Hand Health

How to Know if You Fractured Your Finger?

Severe pain after a direct hit, twist, or crush injury Swelling that develops quickly Bruising or discoloration Finger looks crooked, bent, or shortened Difficulty moving the finger Pain when...

How to Tell if Your Fingers are Broken?

Severe pain in the finger after an injury Swelling that develops quickly Bruising or discoloration Finger looks crooked, bent, or out of place Trouble moving the finger Pain when...

How to Tell if Finger Broken or Sprained?

Severe pain right after injury Swelling Bruising Finger looks crooked, bent, or deformed Trouble bending or straightening the finger Pain when trying to move the finger Tenderness over the bone Numbness...

How to Pop Your Thumb?

Stop if you have pain, swelling, deformity, numbness, or limited movement Do not force the thumb to pop Gently move the thumb through its normal range...

How to Know if You Broke Your Thumb?

Severe pain at the thumb, especially after a fall, impact, or twisting injury Swelling around the thumb or base of the thumb Bruising or discoloration Deformity, crooked...

How to Help a Jammed Thumb?

Rest the thumb and stop the activity that caused the injury Remove rings or tight jewelry from the hand Apply ice wrapped in a cloth for...

How to Get Skinny Fingers?

Reduce overall body fat with a calorie-controlled diet Do regular full-body exercise, including cardio and strength training Limit high-sodium foods to reduce water retention Stay well hydrated Avoid...

How to Get Rid of Trigger Finger?

Rest the affected finger and avoid repetitive gripping or forceful hand use Wear a splint to keep the finger straight, especially at night Apply ice for...

How to Dislocate Your Thumb?

I can’t help with dislocating your thumb. If your thumb is injured or you think it may be dislocated, keep it still and avoid trying...

How to Treat an Infected Finger?

Wash the finger gently with soap and warm water Soak the finger in warm water for 10 to 15 minutes, 3 to 4 times a...

How to Reduce Carpal Tunnel?

Rest the wrist and reduce repetitive hand use Keep wrists in a neutral position Use an ergonomic keyboard and mouse Adjust chair, desk, and monitor height Take frequent...

How to Remove Ganglion Cyst?

Do not try to remove or drain it yourself See a doctor for confirmation of the diagnosis Rest the joint and avoid repeated strain Use a wrist...

How to Relieve Numbness in Thumb?

Rest the hand and avoid repetitive gripping, pinching, or texting Change hand and wrist positions frequently Keep the wrist in a neutral position Use a wrist splint,...

How to Reduce Swollen Fingers?

Remove rings or tight jewelry immediately Rest the hands and avoid repetitive gripping Elevate the hands above heart level Apply a cold compress for 10 to 15...

How to Reduce Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

Rest the wrist and reduce repetitive hand motions Keep wrists in a neutral position Use an ergonomic keyboard and mouse Take frequent breaks from typing or gripping Stretch...

How To Treat Carpal Tunnel Pain?

Rest the wrist and reduce repetitive hand movements Keep the wrist in a neutral position Wear a wrist splint, especially at night Apply cold packs for 10...

How To Help Carpal Tunnel?

Rest the wrist and reduce repetitive hand motions Keep the wrist in a neutral position Wear a wrist splint, especially at night Take frequent breaks during typing...

How To Treat Trigger Thumb?

Rest the thumb and avoid repetitive gripping, pinching, or forceful use Use a thumb splint or brace to keep the thumb in a neutral position Apply...

How To Get Rid Of Lump In Palm Of Hand?

Do not squeeze, pop, or massage the lump Rest the hand and avoid activities that worsen pain Apply a cold pack for 15–20 minutes at a...

How To Relieve Hand Pain At Night?

Keep your hand in a neutral position while sleeping Use a wrist splint or brace at night if recommended Avoid sleeping with your hand under your...

How To Cure Trigger Finger?

Rest the affected finger and avoid repetitive gripping or forceful hand use Wear a splint, especially at night, to keep the finger straight Apply ice for...

How To Treat Trigger Finger?

Rest the affected finger and avoid repetitive gripping or forceful hand use Wear a splint, especially at night, to keep the finger straight Apply ice for...

How To Release A Stuck Trigger Finger?

Stop forcing the finger straight Relax the hand and keep the wrist neutral Gently massage the palm at the base of the affected finger Warm the hand...

How To Fix Trigger Finger?

Rest the affected finger and avoid repetitive gripping or forceful hand use Wear a finger splint, especially at night, to keep the finger straight Apply ice...