Dr. Debra Parisi’s surgical practice combines a biomedical engineering background with her passion for helping people. She treats complex conditions of the elbow, forearm, wrist, and hand. During her...
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Many people incorrectly identify computer work as the cause of carpal tunnel syndrome. Dr. Parisi explains the causes and discusses treatment options.
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Three nerves control our hands. Understanding nerve function can help us distinguish between benign symptoms and signals of nerve damage. We use our hands to open jars, brush our...
The risks of rheumatoid arthritis can include reduced fertility for women and coronary artery disease, as well as permanent joint damage. We review the symptoms that should alert you...
Approximately one and a half million Americans have rheumatoid arthritis, and 75 percent of them are women. We explain the risk factors, and the role of gender in this...
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Surgery is an important decision. Dr. Wickum offers a list of questions every patient should discuss with their surgeon when they are considering surgery. The decision to undergo any...
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