3 reasons why Stack Splints are not ideal for mallet injuries
Stack splints are pre-fabricated off the shelf splints designed for mallet finger injuries. They are used as a way to support the finger...
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Aug 15, 20233 min read
Is it a break or a fracture? Kids wrist break questions answered!
Broken bones for children, in particular wrists, is not uncommon. Here, we break down some of the frequent questions we get. Is a broken...
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Aug 8, 20232 min read
What is that lump on my wrist?
Ganglion cysts are a common soft tissue mass in the upper extremity. Essentially they are a sack of fluid arising from a joint or tendon....
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Aug 1, 20232 min read
4 reasons your thumb might be sore
Let’s be honest, our thumbs work hard. And when our thumbs are sore, we notice. A painful thumb can have a huge impact on us and in many...
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Jul 25, 20232 min read
When is the right time to return to sport following a finger dislocation?
Hand injuries during your netball or football season can be frustrating, especially when you are forced to miss out on some of the...
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Jul 11, 20232 min read
How to manage a finger dislocation during your game
With Netball and Football season back into full swing, we see an increase in sport related finger injuries. But do you know what to do if...
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Jul 4, 20232 min read
What is the right time to get a cast changed?
Broken bones need to be held still to allow them to heal. When you break a bone, you may be put into a plaster cast. The cast may be made...
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Jun 29, 20232 min read
Switch It Up: How Changing Mouse Hands Can Ease Your Discomfort
Learn tips for swapping your computer mouse to your other hand to alleviate any pain you might be having when working.
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Jun 22, 20232 min read
Carpal Tunnel Uncovered: The What, Why, and How of This Common Condition
Carpal tunnel syndrome is often misunderstood, so here we have the what, why and common causes that lead to carpal tunnel syndrome.
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Jun 15, 20232 min read
Have a droop in your finger tip? It could be a mallet injury.
Mallet injuries are common in ball sports, but also from simple things like catching your finger the wrong way in your bag or pocket.
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May 16, 20232 min read
Why is pain affecting my ability to recognise left and right?
Pain can be a pain! It affects how you feel on a day to day basis, and pain that lingers on and on can really start to get in the way of...
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May 2, 20232 min read
Why are my fingers still numb after my carpal tunnel release?
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is the most common nerve entrapment in the arm. It is caused by a compression of the median nerve in the...
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Apr 25, 20231 min read
Why is my little finger numb and curling up?
The ulnar nerve is one of three main nerves in the hand. The ulnar nerve gives power to most of the deep small muscles of the hand...
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Apr 18, 20232 min read
3 Common Treatments for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is the most common nerve entrapment in the arm. It is caused by a compression of the median nerve in the carpal...
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Apr 4, 20232 min read
Why is my therapist getting me to roll a marble on a plate?!
Have a think about what you have to do to throw and catch a ball… You have to prepare your stance, positioning your legs, hips and...
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Mar 28, 20232 min read
What is hand therapy?
Hand therapy is rehabilitation to the upper limb, including the fingers to the shoulder. It is practiced by a qualified physiotherapist...
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