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  • Rheumatoid Arthritis of the Hand: When Surgery Can Restore Function

    Posted on: 06-Jul-2026

    Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease that can significantly affect the hands and wrists, often leading to pain, stiffness, swelling, weakness, and progressive deformity. While advances in modern medications have dramatically improved disease control for many patients, rheumatoid arthritis can still damage joints, tendons, and ligaments over time. When this occurs, hand function may gradually decline, making everyday activities increasingly difficult.

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  • Why Does My Wrist Hurt After Playing Pickleball?

    Posted on: 02-Jun-2026

    Pickleball has become one of the fastest-growing sports in the United States. Its combination of exercise, competition, and social interaction has attracted players of all ages, particularly active adults looking for a lower-impact alternative to tennis.

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  • What Is SLAC Wrist? Understanding Scapholunate Advanced Collapse

    Posted on: 02-Jun-2026

    Wrist pain can develop for many reasons, but one of the most common patterns of progressive wrist arthritis seen by hand and wrist specialists is a condition known as SLAC wrist

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  • Metacarpal Fractures – When Surgery May Allow Faster Return to Work or Sport

    Posted on: 09-Apr-2026

    A metacarpal fracture is one of the most common hand fractures I see in practice. These injuries can occur in athletes, workers, and anyone who suffers a fall, a crush injury, or direct trauma to the hand. Although many fractures can heal well without surgery, some require more careful intervention to restore hand function, protect range of motion, and support a safe return to work, exercise, or sport.

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  • Wrist Arthroscopy – When Minimally Invasive Surgery Is Used for Persistent Wrist Pain

    Posted on: 08-Apr-2026

    Persistent wrist pain can interfere with strength, motion, and the ability to perform routine activities. In clinical practice, this type of pain often reflects underlying structural problems that may not be fully identified through initial imaging or conservative care.

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