The space between the thumb and index (pointer) finger is crucial for function. We say that the thumb accounts for 40% of hand function – much of that function is related to grasping large objects in this ‘first webspace’. The thumb-index webspace, or as it is also called- the first webspace, can be tight or […]
Category: Trauma
Nerve Injury after Trauma
The blog is mostly about kids born with differences in the arms (and occasionally legs). However, my practice also includes kids with sports injuries and other traumas. I will occasionally post interesting findings on these topics as well. This is a child with a nerve that is not working correctly after an elbow fracture. Specifically, […]