The neurophysiological and mechanical effects caused by the use of joint mobilizations provide analgesia in patients with CMP 13, 14. Studies suggest 13, 15, 16 that JM activates the dorsal area of ...

Background: Hyperextension of the first metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joint and adduction of the first web space of the hand are features of advanced stages of carpometacarpal (CMC) joint arthrosis. Re ...

NORFOLK, Va. ( WAVY) – A surgeon at Sentara Norfolk General hospital recently performed an unusual and very rare procedure. A patient lost a thumb – and decided to replace it with one of his toes.

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Spending our time on our knees, digging up roots, planting seeds or repetitive squatting can lead to long term joint problems or add to existing joint pain. But in extreme ...

Arthritis is inflammation of the joints. The symptoms of arthritis include stiffness and joint pain. There are many types of arthritis. The two most common types are osteoarthritis (OA), caused by ...

Cadaver dissection was performed to examine anatomical association between the interphalangeal (IP) joint and metacarpophalangeal (MP) joint of the thumb, as well as extension mechanism in clinical ...