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Getting a Carpal Tunnel Tune-Up (pkg)

Almost 10 percent of the population knows the aggravation of an achy wrist, a weakened grip, numb and tingly fingers, often diagnosed as carpal tunnel syndrome. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics says it’s a leading cause of missed time on the job. But the pain doesn't have to be permanent. Here's Dennis [...]

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MAYO CLINIC MEDICAL EDGE RADIO

Is tendinitis the most common hand and wrist injury in golf? This Saturday orthopedic surgeon, Sanj Kakar, M.D., will be our guest expert on the show to discuss problems like thumb arthritis, wrist fractures, cysts and tumors that affect everyone, not just golfers! Listen Saturday 9-10 a.m. CDT http://radio.mayoclinic.org/ or on I Heart Radio [...]

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Get A Grip On Golf Pain (Medical Edge Television)

According to the National Golf Foundation, more than 28 million Americans love to hit the links. However, after a day on the course, some may wonder if the links are hitting back. Wrist and hand injuries for golfers are common. Why? And what can you do about them? Here’s Dennis [...]

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Get A Grip On Golf Pain (Medical Edge Television) with Downloads

According to the National Golf Foundation, more than 28 million Americans love to hit the links. However, after a day on the course, some may wonder if the links are hitting back. Wrist and hand injuries for golfers are common. Why? And what can you do about them? Here’s Dennis Douda for Medical [...]

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