Numerous muscles, ligaments, and sheaths can be found within the hand. The muscles are the structures that can contract, allowing movement of the bones in the hand. The ligaments are fibrous tissues that help bind together the joints in the hand. The sheaths are tubular structures that surround part of the fingers.There are many common hand problems that can interfere with activities of daily living (ADLs). (Sources: Hopkins Medicine)
Conditions
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Arthritis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
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DeQuervain's tenosynovitis
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Ganglion Cysts
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Osteoarthritis
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Tendonitis
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Trigger finger/trigger thumb
Treatments
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Aspiration
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Bracing
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Chiropractic mobilizations
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Acupuncture
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Dry needling
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Manual Release/ soft tissue manipulation