BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - This segment on The Three was paid for and sponsored by St. Joseph Regional Health. Whether you’re doing basic tasks or throwing a Gig ‘Em, thumbs play an important role in our ...

Thousands of Americans suffer from thumb arthritis. This disorder can greatly affect daily life and can make it a struggle to do simple things like opening doors or holding objects. Dr. Sanj Kakar, a ...

Don't miss the big stories. Like us on Facebook. Shorter and thicker than its counterparts, the base of the thumb has a unique saddle-like joint structure. It provides a wide range of motion and ...

GALWAY, Ireland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Loci Orthopaedics announced today that it has successfully completed enrolment of a 15-patient clinical feasibility study for its patented InDx Implant System. The ...

Any joint can become arthritic, but the most commonly affected areas of the body are the knees, hands, hips, feet and lower back - getty For many of us, aches and pains, sore joints and stiffness are ...

Surgery to replace your thumb joint could involve a tendon transfer or an artificial replacement. There are also newer techniques that use a wire or suture as a sling to support your thumb. As people ...

Arthritis is usually associated with severe joint pain, stiffness, and inflammation. According to doctors, this debilitating condition develops due to cartilage wearing down over the years. While ...

More than 18 million people worldwide suffer from rheumatoid arthritis, including nearly 1.5 million Americans.

Sudden onset joint pain can be caused by arthritis, infections, or other chronic conditions. Septic arthritis is a medical emergency that can lead to septic shock and requires prompt treatment. Sudden ...