A fracture that looks like a minor sprain on an initial X-ray can quietly destroy a wrist over months or years. Located at the base of the thumb, the small, cashew-shaped scaphoid bone frequently escapes early detection, making it one of the most commonly missed wrist injuries. What makes this “hidden” break particularly dangerous is […]

The carpometacarpal (CMC) joint at the base of the thumb is heavily used in everyday activities, such as pinching, gripping, and holding objects, making it more prone to wear over time. When arthritis develops in this joint, tasks like opening jars, turning keys, or writing may become painful and difficult. Thumb basal joint arthritis occurs […]

Learn when ganglion cyst removal is recommended, what causes these fluid-filled lumps, and treatment options available from hand surgeons in Singapore.

Learn how to distinguish trigger finger vs Dupuytren's contracture through symptoms, causes, and treatment approaches from a hand surgery perspective.

When a direct blow from catching a ball or striking a hard surface forces the fingertip into sudden flexion, the terminal extensor tendon can fail, causing a characteristic fingertip droop, typically presenting with the distal phalanx resting near 45 degrees of flexion. Because this joint relies entirely on a single tendon anchor point with no […]

De Quervain’s tenosynovitis causes pain with gripping, pinching, and wrist rotation — and treatment costs range from a few hundred dollars for conservative care to several thousand for surgery. The condition develops when the synovial sheath (the protective covering) surrounding the abductor pollicis longus and extensor pollicis brevis tendons (two tendons that help move your […]

Gamer’s thumb, clinically known as de Quervain’s tenosynovitis, develops when tendons on the thumb side of the wrist become inflamed from the rapid, repetitive movements required by controllers and keyboards. This condition creates friction and swelling within the tendon sheath at the wrist, leading to persistent pain and restricted motion that can severely hinder performance. […]

While often harmless, ganglion cysts can compress nearby nerves and cause progressive hand weakness or numbness, making early evaluation crucial when conservative treatments fail. Deciding on surgical removal naturally brings the cost of the procedure in Singapore into focus, which varies based on the surgical approach, facility type, and whether it is a recurring cyst. […]

Carpal tunnel release surgery costs in Singapore vary considerably depending on whether you are treated at a public or private facility. At public hospitals, subsidised day-surgery bills typically range from $593 to $1,211, while unsubsidised public hospital costs average around $3,128. At private hospitals, day surgery bills typically range from $6,878 to $8,278, based on […]