by Leah Roberts | Apr 10, 2023 | Arthritis, Basal Thumb Arthritis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Cubital Tunnel Syndrome, St.George Hand Surgeon, St.George Hand Surgery, Trigger Finger
When you have full use of your hands and wrists, it’s easy to forget just how often we use both throughout the day. From brushing your teeth to eating breakfast, typing on your computer, carrying your children, driving your car—the list is endless. But when an...
by Leah Roberts | Nov 7, 2022 | Arthritis, Basal Thumb Arthritis, Dirk Slade, MD, Education, St.George Hand Surgeon, St.George Hand Surgery, Zachary Jager, MD
Let’s Talk About Cartilage and Arthritis The opposing bone surfaces of our joints are covered with a layer of specialized tissue known as hyaline cartilage. This cartilage tissue allows for nearly frictionless gliding of the joint surfaces against one another....
