It only takes a moment—a ball hits your hand, a door closes quickly, or you land awkwardly during a fall. At first, you may think it’s just a “jammed” finger and that it will settle down on its own. But these small injuries can lead to long-term problems if they’re not given the right attention […]

Wrist pain often gets labelled as a “sprain,” especially after a fall or awkward twist. But if the pain lingers—especially on the little-finger side of your wrist—it could be something more specific: a TFCC injury. The triangular fibrocartilage complex, or TFCC, is a structure deep within the wrist that helps with stability, grip, and rotation. […]

Nerve compression syndromes are more common than most people realise. They can affect your hand, wrist, elbow, or forearm, and when left untreated, they can impact strength, coordination, and long-term function. It starts subtly—a tingle in your fingers when you’re working, or a dull numbness that lingers after a long day at the computer. At […]

It’s hard to rest when your hands won’t let you. Whether you’re recovering from surgery, managing arthritis, or dealing with nerve issues like carpal tunnel syndrome, hand or wrist pain at night can make falling—and staying—asleep feel impossible. But sleep is essential for healing. Without it, inflammation can worsen, stress increases, and recovery slows down. […]

You don’t need to play tennis to suffer from tennis elbow. In fact, most people who develop this condition have never picked up a racquet. If you’ve noticed pain on the outside of your elbow—especially when lifting, typing, or gripping—you could be dealing with lateral epicondylitis, commonly known as tennis elbow. The good news? It’s […]

Your Hand Is Healing—But the Scar Might Feel Like a Setback. You’ve come through surgery. You’re doing your therapy. But now, there’s a new challenge: the scar. It may feel tight, sensitive, or in the way. You might wonder if it will always look like this—or keep you from moving freely. This Is a Normal […]

Shoulder injuries can be both painful and debilitating, affecting a person’s ability to perform daily tasks and even impacting the function of the hands. Since the shoulder plays a crucial role in positioning the arm and hand, injuries can extend beyond just shoulder pain—leading to weakness, numbness, and restricted movement in the hand and fingers. […]

When you injure your shoulder, it’s not just your upper arm that’s affected. You might notice that tasks like reaching, lifting, or even buttoning a shirt start to feel harder. That’s because the shoulder plays a key role in how your hand moves and functions. At Hands for Living, we help patients recover from shoulder […]

Living with arthritis in your hands can turn simple everyday tasks into daily challenges. Whether it’s opening a jar, gripping a steering wheel, or typing an email, joint pain and stiffness can interfere with the things that matter most. At Hands for Living, we understand the frustration that comes with arthritis-related hand pain. While there’s […]

If you’ve ever felt tingling, numbness, or weakness in your hand—especially at night or after using a computer—you may be experiencing signs of carpal tunnel syndrome. It’s a common condition, but when left untreated, it can start to affect daily life, sleep, and work. At Hands for Living, we support individuals who want relief without […]