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Hand Injuries and Disorders
Reviewed by Medicinsk Expert•Last updated: 2026-10-22•Injuries Wounds

Hand Injuries and Disorders

Hand injuries and disorders can significantly interfere with your ability to perform regular daily activities.

Overview

No matter how old you are or what you do for a living, you are always using your hands. When there is something wrong with them, you may not be able to do your regular activities.

Hand Problems

Hand problems include:

  • Carpal tunnel syndrome: Compression of a nerve as it goes through the wrist, often making your fingers feel numb.
  • Injuries that result in fractures (broken bones), ruptured ligaments, and dislocations.
  • Osteoarthritis: Wear-and-tear arthritis, which can also cause deformity.
  • Tendinitis: Irritation of the tendons.
  • Disorders and injuries of your fingers and thumb.

Frequently Asked Questions

pply the PRICE protocol—protect the finger with a splint or buddy taping, rest the hand, ice for 15‑20 minutes every 2‑3 hours, compress gently with a soft bandage, and elevate the hand above heart level. Over‑the‑counter NSAIDs can reduce pain and swelling. If pain or swelling worsens after 48‑72 hours, seek medical evaluation.
hand fracture is an emergency if the bone is visibly displaced, the hand is deformed, there is an open wound exposing bone, you cannot move any fingers, or you experience severe, worsening pain, numbness, or loss of circulation (pale or cold fingertips). Call emergency services or go to the nearest urgent‑care center promptly.
Hand osteoarthritis can cause joint pain, stiffness, and bony enlargements that reduce grip strength. Regular low‑impact hand‑strengthening exercises (e.g., therapy putty, rubber ball squeezes), warm water soaking before activity, and using adaptive tools with larger grips can help maintain function. Topical NSAIDs, oral pain relievers, and splinting during painful activities are also effective.
If you have persistent numbness, tingling, or weakness in the thumb, index, middle, and half of the ring finger that interferes with daily tasks (e.g., buttoning shirts, typing) despite night splinting, ergonomic changes, and anti‑inflammatory medication for several weeks, a surgeon may recommend an electrodiagnostic study. Positive findings plus functional loss are typical triggers for surgical referral.
Source: MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine

MedlinePlus brings together authoritative health information from the National Library of Medicine (NLM), the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and other government agencies and health-related organizations.

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