On the heels of my last post, I had to take advantage of some of that solo flexibility I was talking about. Our youngest daughter, 17 months old, came home early from daycare two weeks ago with a ...

A robotic hand that could clean up messes would be a welcome roommate for any dorm-room dweller. And far from being a pipe-dream, such a hand may soon be on the market, say Harvard researchers. The ...

A simple hand stretch shared by a physiotherapist is gaining attention for potentially relieving hand numbness. Research also indicates that shoulder problems can contribute to hand numbness, ...

Certain hand exercises can help relieve pressure on the median nerve and alleviate symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome. Exercises include stretches, wrist extensions, hand squeezing, and more. The ...

The hands contain 27 bones and over 30 muscles, making them particularly vulnerable to arthritis pain and stiffness. When the cartilage between joints breaks down, the resulting inflammation creates ...

A new ultra light hand, called the 'Southampton Remedi-Hand' has been developed by scientists that can mimic the movement in a real hand better than any currently available. The human hand has 27 ...

Massage therapy may help with relaxation and pain relief. As an alternative to visiting a massage therapist, some people use personal massage devices. These devices may provide instant relief in ...

Maintaining elbow flexibility is essential for performing daily tasks with ease. Regular exercise can help keep your joints ...

Just slip on your running shoes and go, right? Not so fast: The miles you log are only part of the equation. There’s also what you do before and after every run and during off days that counts. That’s ...