What is so good about Silver?

silver finger splints

Silver has been used for its healing properties for thousands of years, and it continues to be a popular remedy today. The metal possesses antimicrobial properties that make it an all-purpose healing agent, with the ability to fight infections and viruses, prevent cold and flu, and promote wound healing. One of the primary ways that […]

What Are Ring Splints?

finger splint rings

Ring splints are small orthopedic devices that are custom-made to provide support and stability to the fingers affected by arthritis, trigger finger, and EDS (Ehlers-Danlos syndrome). These conditions can cause inflammation, stiffness, and pain in the fingers, making it difficult to perform daily tasks. That’s where ring splints come in. They are a growing trend […]

Arthritis Types

Arthritis in the hands

Arthritis is a hand condition that can affect anyone and has different types. MP Joint Arthritis occurs due to the loss of cartilage at a joint, which can be a result of regular wear and tear, an injury, or a medical condition. It may cause a shift in the fingers towards the pinky side, along […]

How can Ehlers-Danlos be diagnosed?

Trigger Thumb Splints

Do you have extremely loose joints and stretchy or fragile skin? Do you have a family history of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome? Those are often enough to make a diagnosis. In rare forms of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome genetic tests on a sample of your blood can confirm the diagnosis. For hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, the most common form, there […]