Tze C. Ip, MD
Hand Trauma: Can This Finger Be Saved?
By Tze C. Ip, MD No one likes to think about the possibility of losing a finger. But all too often, I am called to a local emergency room to help save or re-attach a finger or thumb. Usually the result of an industrial or handyman accident, these injuries are normally less severe if the [...]
Could It Be Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
By Tze C. Ip, MD Carpal tunnel syndrome refers to an inflammation of the median nerve at the wrist. There is a structure in the wrist called the carpal tunnel, through which the median nerve and nine tendons pass from the forearm into the hand. Carpal tunnel syndrome results when swelling in this tunnel puts [...]
Striking Out With Baseball Finger
By Tze C. Ip, MD Nothing heralds the arrival of Summer more than baseball season. America’s favorite pastime is not only a popular spectator sport. More than 40 million Americans actively participate in softball and baseball leagues, leaving many weekend warriors exposed to potential injury. A common condition that afflicts players is baseball finger. Also [...]
