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UCL injuries on the rise, from Little League to the major leagues

Throwing injuries in the elbow are rising as more young athletes specialize in one sport year-round. See treatment options for UCL injuries, with and without surgery.

Nathan Boes, M.D.

March 9, 2023

Get a handle on arthritis pain with specialized wrist and hand treatments

An easy-to-understand introduction to hand and wrist arthritis, covering diagnosis, treatment, surgery, and recovery – from UT Southwestern's Purushottam Nagarkar, M.D.

Purushottam Nagarkar, M.D.

December 22, 2022

How hand surgery restores dexterity for adults and children

Hand pain complicates simple activities. Plastic surgeon Jennifer Kargel, M.D., discusses treatments for common conditions, such as arthritis and carpal tunnel syndrome.

Jennifer Kargel, M.D.

October 10, 2022

Restoring hand function impaired by Dupuytren’s contracture

Dupuytren’s contracture is a treatable hand deformity that can impair dexterity. UT Southwestern's Dr. Shelby Lies discusses options to restore hand mobility and aesthetics.

Shelby Lies, M.D.

March 16, 2022

Carpal tunnel syndrome and pregnancy go hand in hand

Carpal tunnel syndrome can be associated with pregnancy. Explore the symptoms and available treatment in this week's Your Pregnancy Matters blog.

Robyn Horsager-Boehrer, M.D.

October 20, 2020

Wrist pain? Tingling fingers? It could be carpal tunnel syndrome

If you experience tingling or pain in your wrist and fingers — especially during the middle of the night or when you wake up — you might have carpal tunnel syndrome. Douglas Sammer, M.D., says thankfully there are great treatment options. Learn more.

Douglas Sammer, M.D.

August 29, 2018

5 weird pregnancy symptoms you might not know about

Hair loss, swollen gums, changing taste buds, and carpal tunnel syndrome. They’re less common pregnancy and postpartum symptoms, but still normal.