Dr John Wu

04/27/2026

Removing the sling reduces pain immediately after shoulder surgery.

A broad arm sling is traditionally applied following shoulder surgery for protection of repair and ‘for comfort’. It has never been proved however that the use of a sling actually leads to reduced pain. The aim of our prospective study was to quantify a patient's immediate post-surgical pain wit...

04/20/2026

How Raynaud`s Disease Affects Your Hands and Feet.

Raynaud's disease, sometimes called Raynaud's syndrome or Raynaud's phenomenon, causes your hands and feet to turn numb and white in cold weather. Avoiding cold and stress may prevent attacks.

04/13/2026

Bicep Pain Causes and Remedies.

The biceps brachii, commonly known as the bicep, is a muscle located in the ventral (front) part of the upper arm. It's primarily responsible for elbow flexion (bending) and forearm rotation

04/06/2026

How To Recognize and Manage Early Arthritis in Your Fingers.

Arthritis in your fingers often causes morning stiffness and aching. These early symptoms can progress if untreated.Early treatment can help relieve symptoms and protect joint function from arthritis in your fingers.

03/30/2026

Common Hand Issues Related to Underlying Diseases.

Hand issues may reveal signs of health conditions, including heart disease and neurological disorders. Their color, shape, and texture offer important clues about your overall health.

03/23/2026

Treatment Options to Handle Dupuytren`s Contracture.

For those dealing with Dupuytren's contracture, treatments now include more than just surgery. Innovative options like collagenase injections offer effective ways to manage symptoms early on. Understanding these alternatives empowers patients to make informed decisions about their hand health.

03/16/2026

Non-Surgical Treatments for Rotator Cuff Tears.

When the symptoms of a rotator cuff tear are acute, meaning there is a sudden flare-up of symptoms, it may be helpful to rest the shoulder to allow the inflammation of the injury to settle down.

03/09/2026

Shoulder Pain When Throwing a Ball.

The throwing motion causes very high torque and acceleration forces that act on the shoulder joint and the muscles, ligaments, and tendons that surround the joint.

02/11/2026

Ulnar Nerve Lesions: Causes and Treatments of Nerve Damage.

An ulnar nerve injury (sometimes called an ulnar nerve lesion) can cause pain and numbness in your arm. Your arm might also feel weak if you hurt the nerve.

01/26/2026

Causes of Distal Clavicle Osteolysis and Treatment Options.

Distal clavicle osteolysis is shoulder joint pain at the end of the collarbone that is the result of bone disintegration and damage. The most common symptom is a sharp or aching pain at the junction of the acromioclavicular joint (AC joint) and collarbone. While the pain is usually felt during activ...

01/19/2026

8 Causes of Collarbone Pain.

Collarbone fractures are very common, accounting for 5% to 10% of all bone breaks. This type of injury often results from a fall in which you land on your arm or shoulder. It can also happen if you get into an accident, like a car crash.

01/01/2026

Wishing you and your family a happy and healthy new year!