Bringing your A-game to every match is of the essence as an athlete but this also means putting yourself at greater risk of suffering a sports injury. While both acute and chronic sports injuries can occur in any part of the body, your hands and wrists are especially susceptible. Here are some of the common hand and wrist injuries to take note of, including the symptoms and treatment options available so you know when to visit a hand specialist.

Rock climbing and bouldering have gained immense popularity over the years for being a fun and unique way to exercise while also experiencing the adrenaline rush. Alas, they are intense sports that can increase one’s risk of an injury, especially in the hand and wrist. Aside from the usual scrapes and bruises that most rock […]

The Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex (TFCC) is an important structure in the wrist that is made up of tough fibrous tissue and cartilage. It acts as a stabiliser for the ulnar side, also known as the pinkie finger side, of the wrist. Like many other parts of your body, the TFCC is also prone to injuries […]

A ganglion cyst is one of the three most common types of lumps found in the hand and wrist. While it can affect 10 to 30% of adults at some point in their lives, there are still many misconceptions surrounding the condition, symptoms and treatment methods. Learn more: 3 Most Common Types Of Lumps In […]

When people hear the word “arthritis”, the first thing that comes to mind would probably be the knee joint. It is not surprising as the knees are most commonly affected – in fact, 96% of knee replacement surgeries performed in Singapore are for osteoarthritis. However, arthritis does not just affect the knees, but also the […]

Lumps can appear anywhere on our body and at any time in our life so seeing one is undoubtedly worrying, especially since the lay person often associates them with cancer. However, it is worth noting that benign growths are nine times more common than cancer so the lump you see on your hand may not […]

Ever wondered what is causing the tingling sensation or pain in your fingers and hands? Carpal tunnel syndrome or cubital tunnel syndrome may be the cause. These are two conditions that occur when one of the major nerves in your hand or forearm gets compressed, leading to symptoms like numbness and tingling in the fingers, […]

A trigger finger is a condition in which one of the fingers gets locked in a bent position, limiting movement and resulting in pain and tenderness. A common reason why one would develop a trigger finger is due to repetitive gripping actions, which is often seen in golf players – putting them at high risk. […]

It is humans’ natural instinct to break a fall with our hands, but this sometimes results in hand and wrist injuries – ranging from fractures to sprains and strains – that may require immediate medical attention. Thus, it is important to understand the common hand and wrist injuries due to falling on outstretched hands so […]