What is basilar thumb arthritis? Basilar thumb arthritis is common with aging and occurs when cartilage wears away from the ends of the bones that form the joint at the base of your thumb — also...
Basilar Thumb Arthritis – CMCJ OA
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What is Raynaud’s?
Fingers and toes that are always cold could be a sign of Raynaud’s. Raynaud's affects some areas of your body, most often your fingers, and less commonly your toes, nose, lips or ears, causing them...
What is the Difference Between a Splint and a Brace?
A splint or brace is a device used to support or hold a body part still after an injury or surgery. While the words may be used interchangeably, in general, a brace is meant to support an injured...
What is de Quervain’s Tenosynovitis?
De Quervain's tenosynovitis is a painful condition affecting the tendons on the thumb side of your wrist. It occurs when the tendons around the base of the thumb are irritated or constricted. The...
Physio: Is it for you?
It’s your first physio appointment for an injury (shoulder “tweak”, hip “pinch”, knee “twinge” whatever it may be). You’ve never been to physiotherapy before and have no idea what to expect. You’ve...
What Is The 5 Minute Cover Test?
Did you know that dizziness, headaches, and pain in the sinus region can be due to a binocular vision dysfunction (BVD)? There are several tests we can use to assess for this, but let's review one...
BPPV Treatment: 3 Reasons Why It’s Not Working
BPPV is the most common cause of dizziness across the lifespan. Fortunately with treatment it typically resolves within 1-3 sessions. Untreated, BPPV also has a 50% chance that it will resolve...
What is Trigger Finger? A hand therapist explains
Trigger finger is when one of your fingers gets stuck in a bent position. Your finger may bend or straighten with a snap — like a trigger being pulled and released. What causes trigger finger?...
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by pressure on the median nerve as it goes through the carpal tunnel, a narrow passageway surrounded by bones and ligaments on the...