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Trigger finger is a painful condition wherein a bent finger or thumb gets locked and then intermittently snaps back to a straight alignment. The motion is akin to pulling and releasing a trigger, which gives it the name “trigger finger.”…

Arthritis is a common condition afflicting millions of people. Inflammation in one or more joints occurs in this condition, leading to cartilage deterioration. The condition may require orthopedic and plastic surgery in extreme cases. A degenerative disease such as arthritis…

While cosmetic surgery can be performed in almost any area of the body, the hand is one of the complex areas that should preferably be treated only by a specialist. Hand, arm, and fingers are common areas which can experience…

Your hand and its upper extremities have an intricate structure, and any orthopedic or cosmetic surgery related to this region should only be performed by a surgeon with specialized training in hand procedures. Dr. Asaf Yalif holds the unique distinction…

Problems with the hand or upper extremity may occur due to disease, injury, or birth defects. Each problem may require a specific treatment, which may include hand surgery. Hands, fingers, wrists, and arms are complex parts of the body, which…

The function of the hand, fingers, or arm may be compromised due to injury, disease, or birth defects. In many cases, a degenerative disease or injury may also cause persistent pain and discomfort, apart from restricting the patient’s activity. It…