Thumb Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) Injury

Thumb Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) Injury: Understanding Skier’s Thumb The thumb ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) injury, commonly known as skier’s thumb, is a significant hand injury that can greatly impact daily activities and grip strength. This condition involves an acute sprain or tear of the UCL on the ulnar side of the metacarpal-phalangeal (MCP) joint […]

Digital Mucous Cysts

Digital Mucous Cysts: Understanding These Common Hand Lesions Digital mucous cysts, also known as myxoid cysts, are small, benign lesions that typically appear on the back of fingers near the base of the fingernail. These cysts are a specific type of ganglion cyst that forms from the joint capsule at the end of the finger, […]