A woman in her mid-40s presents to the hospital with right thumb pain that has been present for the past 3 to 4 days. The pain has been progressively getting worse and is “especially worse today.” She ...

NEW HAVEN, CT (WFSB) - If your thumbs feel stiff or sore, doctors say your smartphone could be to blame. Excessive texting, scrolling, or gaming may lead to overuse injuries, including a painful ...

Starting to notice discomfort, numbness, weakness or tingling around your thumb and first two fingers? You could have carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), a nerve problem that is often diagnosed between ages ...

Thumb numbness can be caused by a pinched nerve or diseases that damage the protective coating of nerves. Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common cause of numbness in the palm and thumb. Numbness can also ...

Finger joint pain can affect a person’s everyday activities and may have several causes. It is common for swelling and stiffness to accompany finger joint pain. Some people experience finger joint ...

For millions living with nerve pain, even a light touch can feel unbearable. Scientists have long suspected that damaged ...