Gamer’s Thumb. Mommy Thumb. Texting Thumb. They’re all different names for the same painful problem, in which the tendons that attach to the thumb rub against the “tunnel” that surrounds them and become inflamed. The medical term is De Quervain’s tendinosis (aka De Quervain’s tenosynovitis) and it can cause anything from mild discomfort to debilitating […]
Cortisone Shots: The good, the bad and the ugly. Cortisone has been one of the most commonly-prescribed treatments for joint and tendon injuries, as well as for the pain caused by osteoarthritis, since it was developed in the 1940’s. It’s no surprise why: corticosteroid injections are often more effective than any pill, and can provide […]
Are You A Weekend Warrior? Planning on getting together with the guys for a game of football this weekend? Shooting some hoops or running a 5K? If so, are you sure your body is prepared for this kind of intense physical activity?
