Treating Trigger Finger

The treatment for trigger finger may be nonsurgical or surgical, depending on how severe your condition is. Your healthcare provider can talk to you about the best choice for you.

What Is Trigger Finger?

Trigger finger is an inflammation of tissue inside your finger or thumb. It is also called tenosynovitis.

Treating Basal Joint Arthritis

Basal joint arthritis affects the joint at the base of your thumb. Your treatment will depend on how bad the pain is, the type of arthritis you have in this joint, and how worn the joint is.

What Is Metatarsalgia

Metatarsalgia is pain in the ball of your foot. It's often caused by poorly fitting shoes. Learn the symptoms.

Treating Pressure Injuries of the Foot

Take care to clean your feet and check them for hot spots, small cracks, or sores. See your provider if you find areas of concern. Your provider can treat problems before they become more serious.

What Are Pressure Injuries of the Foot?

Force or friction against the bottom of your foot can cause calluses and corns that can lead to pressure injuries. You can look for signs of pressure injuries when you check your feet.

Treating Tennis Elbow

The treatment of tennis elbow depends on how inflamed the tendon is. The goal is to relieve symptoms and help regain full use of the elbow.

Radiation Therapy: Managing Short-Term Side Effects

Radiation kills cancer cells. But some normal cells can also be affected, which can result in side effects, such as dry skin, fatigue, or appetite changes. Most side effects heal when your radiation therapy is over. Here's what you need to know.

Radiation Therapy Treatment

Radiation therapy uses beams of high-energy X-rays or other particles to kill cancer cells. It's a common part of cancer treatment. If you and your healthcare provider decide on radiation, you'll need a treatment planning visit called a simulation.