Caroline Wurtzel, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon at Chelsea Hospital. In a recent conversation with The Sun Times News, Dr.

Of the 16 tendons imaged, two were of special interest, Dr Filer noted. The first was extensor carpi ulnaris tendon in the side of the hand, which is very important for lifting.

Some natural remedies for tendinitis inflammation include rest, physical therapy, and certain supplements. Learn more about recovery here.

Certain tendons are more susceptible to inflammation than others. Tendons in hands and arms are especially at risk. Some tendons are encapsulated with small tubes, called tendon sheaths.

When a tendon becomes inflamed, Liberman likens it driving a truck through the tunnel. "De Quervain's can be a vicious cycle," said Liberman.

The tendons responsible for bending your fingers are enclosed in tunnels called sheaths that allow them to glide freely. Occasionally, a sheath can become inflamed and swollen, restricting the ...

Tenosynovitis is the inflammation of a tendon and the lining of the protective tissue that encloses it. It commonly affects the hand, wrist, and foot, causing discomfort, swelling, and pain.

This condition also known as medial epicondylitis develops when the tendons on the inside of the forearm become irritated, inflamed and painful due to repetitive use of the hand, wrist, forearm ...

Most patients with osteoarthritis (OA) of the hand also showed inflammation and/or damage to hand tendons, a single-center study indicated. Among 86 patients with hand OA, 70% showed involvement ...

Trigger finger affects the flexor tendons of your hand, causing them to become swollen. When this happens, the tendon on the palm side in your finger can catch on the tendon sheath, making it hard ...

Can texting lead to arthritis? A doctor explains how excessive smartphone use can cause thumb and hand pain and how to get relief.