Chia Wu MD

10/13/2025

12 Causes of Hand Weakness.

Hand weakness could be caused by numerous conditions, ranging carpal tunnel syndrome and osteoarthritis to pinched nerves in the neck. Seeking treatment can help prevent long-lasting nerve damage and improve hand strength.

10/06/2025

Managing Jammed Finger Pain at Home.

A jammed finger, while painful, can usually be treated at home with icing, taping, and rest. However, reach out to a healthcare provider and have it checked with an X-ray if you experience severe pain or immobility, as these could indicate a fracture or dislocation.

09/29/2025

7 Simple Wrist Strengthening Exercises.

Wrist strengthening exercises improve the flexibility and range of motion of your wrist joints and tendons. These easy at-home exercises benefit athletes such as boxers, gymnasts, and tennis players, as well as people at risk of carpal tunnel syndrome.

09/23/2025

A moment of gratitude: Ricki Rowell spent more than a year battling excruciating carpal tunnel pain that kept him awake at night. Thanks to Dr. Chia Wu, he’s finally found relief and a return to health.

Read the full story in the Baytown Sun: https://baytownsun.com/local/finding-relief-from-carpal-tunnel-syndrome/article_89606b5c-fd43-48b4-8831-b7d6b43008f9.html

For over a year, federal law enforcement officer Ricki Rowell, 47, from Highlands, lived with constant pain in his hands. At its worst, the pain jolted him awake at night,

09/22/2025

Why Is My Wrist Popping and Cracking?

Popping and cracking in your wrist (sometimes known as crepitus) can be an uncomfortable sensation. Reasons your wrist pops or cracks may include normal joint cracking, osteoarthritis, tendon issues, or an unstable joint.

09/15/2025

What to Know About a Hyperextended Elbow.

A hyperextended elbow occurs when your elbow joint bends backward more than it should. This condition mostly happens in individuals involved in weight-bearing activities or contact sports. These injuries often involve ligaments that surround the elbow

09/11/2025

Remember. Never forget. #911

09/09/2025

Understanding Little League Elbow: Causes, Risks and Prevention.

As sports specialization and year-round play among younger athletes in baseball have become increasingly prevalent, so has the prevalence of Little League elbow. Although these trends seem likely to persist, there are preventive measures athletes can take to reduce their risk of injury – especiall...

09/01/2025

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Facts and Statistics.

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is the most common nerve complaint in the United States.It's often associated with overuse and repetitive work-related injuries (people miss an average of 25 work days from first symptoms to treatment).2 Health conditions including diabetes, obesity, and thyroid disease....

09/01/2025

Happy Labor Day! We hope you and your family enjoy your time off!

08/29/2025

10 Possible Causes of a Lump on Your Wrist or Hand.

A lump on your wrist or hand is likely not harmful. A bump that feels like bone is likely a carpal boss, a movable bump is typically a ganglion cyst, and a lump on the palm of your hand may be Dupuytren's contracture.1 In rare cases, a bump on fingers, hand, or wrist could be a giant cell tumor (GCT...

08/22/2025

What Is a Biceps Rupture?

A biceps tendon rupture is when you tear one of the strong bands of tissue that connect your upper arm muscle to your shoulder or elbow. This injury can cause sudden pain and make it harder to bend or lift your arm.