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Defeating Trigger Thumb
Trigger thumb is a common repetitive strain injury that can cause significant impairment in hand strength, dexterity, and daily functioning. The condition is characterized by pain, catching or “locking” of the thumb, and can result in difficulty performing everyday tasks. Although there are many organic causes of trigger thumb, environmental factors (e.g., workplace conditions, repetitive tasks and job demands) usually play a significant role.
Trigger Thumb, or stenosing tenosynovitis, as it is known in the medical world, is the result of acute trauma causing micro-tears or a chronic overuse injury involving the flexor tendon that runs through the thumb. Specifically, the flexor pollicis longus tendon develops nodules or adhesions on it, which in turn leads to increased friction as the tendon passes through the pulley system, resulting in the irritation and swelling of the tendon and the associated nodules on the tendon.
This inflammation and irritation increases the size of the nodules or adhesions, causing the dysfunction to greatly increase as the thumb is flexed over and over. Essentially, the nodule or adhesion on the affected tendon in the thumb gets trapped as it passes through the pulley system as the thumb is flexed but the thumb cannot return via extension in the same smooth manner due to the adhesion or nodule getting stuck or “catching” as it tries to pass back through the pulley system. Because of this, the thumb tends to lock down into the palm of the hand as well as produces painful catching or clicking that is commonly associated with Trigger Thumb.
Trigger Thumb is a more common injury in women than men, and it is more often noticed in people that are suffering from chronic illnesses. Rheumatoid arthritis and diabetes, for example, are common correlates of Trigger Thumb. The reason for this seems to be caused by the speed in which people heal from injury, and people with chronic disorders like diabetes and arthritis tend to heal at a much slower rate. However, movement also plays a significant role in the manifestation of the malady. Repetitive movements and increased tension, stress and strain on the hands through heavy lifting, typing, and long hours at a steering wheel can lead to Trigger Thumb as well.
There are numerous treatment options for reducing the pain and impairment associated with thumb and finger triggering. Often rest and over-the-counter medications are enough to bring temporary relief and possibly reduce the rate of onset due to reduced irritation and swelling of the tissues. Individuals looking for long-term treatment for Trigger Thumb, however, are advised to consider appropriate stretches and exercises that promote the integrity of the muscles and tendons in the hand and forearm. Stretches that help thin and lengthen the affected tendon and exercises that increase circulation and break down the developing adhesions and nodules, most often formed from scar tissue, are very important. Although surgery is the most used method of treatment, it is far from effective. Non-invasive exercises promoting the stretching of the flexor tendons and strengthening the extensor tendons shows great promise in preventing and treating this disorder.
Always consult your physician prior to making a decision about your healthcare.
About the Author
Jeff P. Anliker is a Licensed Massage Therapist, CEO and Inventor of Therapeutic Training Systems that are utilized by Corporations, Consumers and Medical Facilities around the world for treating musculoskeletal imbalances of the body. Balance Systems, Inc.
What You Need To Know About Plumbers
Whether you have a plumbing disaster on your hands or are strictly looking for a professional to fix an unsightly problem in your bathroom, having professional plumbers a phone call away is a good idea. After all, no one wants to scramble at the last minute to find someone to fix their problem.
Although you might be thinking of grabbing your local Yellow Pages and picking a contractor that catches your eye, shopping for a plumbing specialist takes time and choosing the right professional for your family should be taken into consideration.
It’s important to remember that not every professional in the industry has a passion for what they do and in turn ensures a customer’s satisfaction each job. That’s why we’ve put together a list of facts to keep in mind when hiring someone in the plumbing trade.
Start by asking those you know if they can recommend any good plumbers in your area. Since contractors drum up business through customer satisfaction, word of mouth referrals are of the essence.
To play it safe, ensure you only enlist the help of a plumber that is experienced and has a good track record with clients, both past and present. Don’t hesitate to inquire about references and how long their turn around time is. If the plumber you are considering is ever in question, move onto the next.
A tradesperson, no matter what trade they practice in, should always carry full insurance coverage. Although a lot of smaller fix-it plumbing jobs don’t require any, it’s important for them to have it nonetheless. Insurance not only protects the plumber, but the consumer as well.
Whichever plumber you decide to hire, make sure they have a recognized business license and are in good standing with your local Better Businiess Bureau. This helps guarantee their professionalism and their devotion to the job at hand.
Locating reliable plumbers in your area can take some due diligence, but if done correctly, you will never find yourself scrambling to locate a plumber again.
The rule of thumb for estimating the distance between you and a thunderstorm is to divide the numbers of secs.
divide the number of secs between seeing the lightening flash and hearing the thunder by thre. Does this rule of thumb have a scientific basis?
speed of light is 3.00x10^8 ms. speed of sound is 343ms at 20degrees celsius.
As already pointed out, speed of sound is ~1100 ft/s. A mile being 5280ft, this is roughly 5 seconds for the sound wave to travel 1 mile.
So the rule should be divide the seconds between lightning and thunder by 5 to get miles away.
Lynskey Ridgeline 29 SL frame review (Bike Radar)
Lynskey's Ridgeline 29 is craftsman-built in North America and, at the same
price as some steel frames, offers great value – you could easily pay a lot
more than this for a titanium frame with less heritage. Its stout chassis
makes for confident handling.
**Ride & handling: Agile 29er **–** just don’t expect a Ti ride feel**
You won’t be far down the trail on the Ridgeline before you notice that it
doesn’t match up to what you’ve been led to believe a titanium frame will feel
like. The legendary idea of a ‘springy’ titanium ride came about mainly
because early bikes constructed from the material were made out of tubes like
drinking straws. That’s clearly not the case with the Lynskey.
There are a lot of big tubes in there. Mix in a 20mm through-axle and you’ve
got a stout, accurate bike combined with low weight and (largely thanks to fat
tyres on big wheels and a skinny seatpost) plenty of comfort. If this was our
bike we’d ditch the Answer ProTaper bar for something flatter and not quite so
wide, and probably pop an ever-so-slightly longer stem on too. That’s not a
sentence ...
ADCO Super Thumb speed loader item #ST2
