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Aspiration of ganglion cyst

Ganglion cysts are fluid-filled capsules that commonly form on the top of wrists. However, these cysts can form around any joint or tendon. Removing the fluid – also called aspiration of a ganglion cyst – is an option if the cyst becomes large or painful. Often, we perform ultrasound-guided aspirations of ganglion cysts. When is ganglion cyst drainage worth it?

Carpal tunnel syndrome

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common wrist condition in the general population that we treat well with a carpal tunnel injection. So, do you need it and who benefits from steroid injection for carpal tunnel?

De Quervain’s tenosynovitis

Quervain’s tenosynovitis is a severely painful condition affecting the tendons of the thumb and wrist. So it is not surprising that patients ask about a De Quervain’s tenosynovitis injection. But should you have one?

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Golfers elbow

Golfers elbow injections are helpful in complex cases that fail other treatments. But how do you correctly diagnose Golfer’s elbow, and what treatments are available apart from injections? For example, is a steroid or cortisone injection for Golfers elbow beneficial? And are other injection options preferable?

Hand and wrist arthritis

Your hand and wrist consist of a complex set of bones, joints, tendons, nerves, and muscles that work perfectly to bring seamless coordination to fine motor movements. Generally, wrist and hand arthritis becomes more common as we age and can be painful and debilitating. A cortisone shot or injection in hand for arthritis is an option in complex cases.

PRP injections for tennis elbow

Tennis elbow or lateral epicondylitis is among the most common cause of elbow pain. It does not solely occur in tennis players but in anyone active in sport or work. Treatment of tennis elbow consists of activity modification, exercise therapy, shockwave, and injections. Recently, PRP injection for tennis elbow has become more popular. So, does platelet-rich plasma for tennis elbow work, and how do we do it?

Scapholunate ligament tear

A wrist sprain is a diagnosis we give to persistent wrist pain after a fall. There are many potential causes of wrist pain after injury, with a simple bruise or stretch of the ligaments the most common cause. However, damage may occur to the important scapholunate ligament in some cases, leading to chronic pain. So how do we diagnose a chronic scapholunate ligament tear, and what do we do about it?

Tennis elbow

Tennis elbow is a painful condition affecting the outer part of the elbow joint. It is common in athletes and ordinary people who perform repetitive elbow activities. Generally, a tennis elbow injection of cortisone is not always the best first option. So, when should you consider a cortisone injection for tennis elbow?

Thumb arthritis

Thumb arthritis is the most common arthritis of the hand and wrist, affecting the joint at the base of the thumb – also known as the carpometacarpal or CMC joint. In many cases, people often ask about a cortisone injection in thumb joint. So, what is thumb arthritis, and when should you have a steroid injection for thumb arthritis?

Trigger Finger

Trigger finger is a common overuse condition affecting one or more fingers or thumbs. One of the more effective treatments for trigger finger is a steroid injection. But how effective is a trigger finger injection, and when should you do it?

Wrist cartilage tear (TFCC injury)

The wrist joint contains cartilage called triangular fibrocartilage complex or TFCC. This cartilage is located on the wrist’s inside or ulnar aspect. Sometimes, TFCC injury or triangular wrist cartilage tears can cause wrist pain and clicking. So, what are the options for treating a wrist cartilage tear?