22 August 2017 | Eugene
Repetitive motions, such as typing on a mobile phone or using a pair of scissors, can cause damage to our joints over time. De Quervain's Syndrome is a condition indicative of this damage, and affects a large number of people in the UK. Learn about how to combat De Quervain's with some of our favourite wrist supports. |
22 August 2017
If the wrist joint appears swollen and inflamed, it is possible that joint effusion has occurred. This is when there is an increase in the amount of fluid in or around the joint, resulting in swelling around the joint. Read on to find out the causes, symptoms, and possible treatments associated with joint effusion. |
22 August 2017 | Eugene
Writing, typing, clicking a mouse and other repetitive tasks can do damage to our hands over time, causing a whole host of different conditions and symptoms. Tendovaginitis is one of these common ailments, and we at WristSupports.co.uk have compiled a handy guide to help you catch it before it gets any worse. |
22 August 2017
Oedema is when excess fluid accumulates in your body and causes tissue to swell. Although swelling usually goes down naturally, if it doesn't the condition could be a symptom of something more serious. At Wrist Supports, we've put together a comprehensive guide so you can learn more about how to treat the condition. |
22 August 2017
With all the choice out there for wrist supports, it can be daunting trying to find a trusted brand. Thuasne has almost 170 years in the industry and has become a European leader for medical devices. Click here to find out more about the brand. |
22 August 2017
The wrist's structure is complex, especially when compared to its relatively small size. As such, it's all too easy to damage the area. Scapholunate instability is a painful condition and is the most common form of carpal instability. Here at Wrist Supports, we've created a guide so you know exactly what to do if you suffer from the condition. Click here to find out more. |
22 August 2017
Do you suffer from pain in your joints? If you do, you might assume you have arthritis. However, this could in fact be arthralgia. At Wrist Supports, we've put together a guide on arthralgia so you know how best to treat the condition. Read on to find out more! |
22 August 2017
Probably one of the most common wrist conditions, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) affects over a third of us during one point in our lives. Described as a tingling, numbness or ache in our fingers and hands, CTS is brought on by doing activities that frequently require bending the wrist, and pain can be known to worsen at night. To get you clued up about the effects of CTS and how you can battle it, here at Wrist Supports we have put together a guide detailing all you need to know. |
22 August 2017
When the styloid of the ulnar bone is too long, it can press against the bones of the wrist. This can cause pain and discomfort, and will need to be treated to ensure that wrist pain does not persist or even become unbearable. Read on to learn more about the condition and possible treatments. |
22 August 2017
The ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) isn't a part of the body we often think about, but it plays an integral part in our daily lives. This ligament joins our thumb to our hand, so is responsible for gripping and executing precise and reliable hand movement. If you're experiencing bruising, pain or swelling in your thumb after a fall, it could well be that you are experiencing a UCL injury. Read on to find out more about this injury, and how we can help here at Wrist Supports. |
22 August 2017
Do you experience pain and discomfort when you undergo your regular day-to-day activities? Are you finding it hard to perform your signature tennis serve or golf swing? It could well be that you are suffering from one of many wrist overuse injuries, which can really get in the way of living your life. Here at Wrist Supports, we have put together a small guide on the most common wrist overuse injuries - read on to find out more. |
22 August 2017 | Eugene
Our wrists are important, but without our thumbs they aren't very effective. The thumb helps us with gripping and manipulating objects, along with most other things our hands can do. Learn about Stener Lesions, a complication of some thumb injuries, at WristSupports.co.uk. |