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New tech may make prosthetic hands easier for patients to use
Source: Science Daily
Researchers have developed new technology for decoding neuromuscular signals to control powered, prosthetic wrists and hands. The work relies on computer models that closely mimic the behavior of the natural structures in the forearm, wrist and hand. The technology could also be used to develop new computer interface devices for applications such as gaming and computer-aided design.
3 Common Congenital Hand Differences
Source: ASSH HandCare
A congenital hand difference is a hand that is abnormal at birth. During fetal development, the upper limbs are formed between four and eight weeks of pregnancy. During this time, many steps are needed to form a normal arm and hand. If any of these steps fail, then a congenital hand difference can result. It is not uncommon for a child to be born with a hand difference.
Paralyzed patient feels sensation again
Source: ASSH HandCare
Using a tiny array of electrodes implanted in the brain's somatosensory cortex, scientists have induced sensations of touch and movement in the hand and arm of a paralyzed man.
What is a Flexor Tendon Injury?
Source: ASSH HandCare
An injury to a flexor tendon is basically an injury to your muscle. The flexor muscles are the muscles that allow you to bend your fingers. These muscles are able to move your fingers through tendons, which are cord-like extensions that connect your muscle to your bone.
Trigger finger surgery: What to expect
Source: Medical News Today
Trigger finger can leave the finger or thumb stuck in a crooked position. It causes pain and stiffness and makes it hard to move the affected digit.
Sprained finger: Everything you need to know
Source: Medical News Today
A sprained finger occurs when the ligaments that connect and support the bones and joints of the finger are damaged. Sprained fingers are very common and can be very painful, swollen, and difficult to move.
Risk of hand, wrist injuries in high school athletes indicates need for prevention efforts
Source: Healio
Results from this study indicated high school athletes were at risk for hand and wrist injuries. Findings also showed injury rates and patterns varied by sport and gender, demonstrating a need for sport-specific prevention efforts.
Surgical release for tubercular elbow stiffness
Source: NCBI - NIH
For decades, tuberculosis (TB) has posed a great threat to people worldwide. Bone and joint TB is one of the most common types of extrapulmonary TB, with elbow TB comprising a small proportion of these cases. The treatment for elbow stiffness associated with TB has been rarely reported.
Supra- and Infraclavicular Brachial Plexus Blocks Equal for Elbow Surgery
Source: Anesthesiology News
Niagara Falls, Ontario—For elbow surgery, the supraclavicular and infraclavicular brachial plexus blocks are similar on several parameters, including block effectiveness, onset and secondary outcomes.
Single, double incision yielded low complication rates for distal biceps tendon rupture repair
Source: Healio
Regardless of approach or technique, results published in The American Journal of Sports Medicine showed an overall low rate of serious complications in the surgical repair of distal biceps tendon ruptures. However, higher rates of posterior interosseous nerve palsy, heterotopic bone formation and reoperation were found with the double-incision technique.
