Artículos del doctor: Mr James Nicholl Más de 7440 artículos avalados por los mejores especialistas médicos

Por Mr James Nicholl
14.05.20
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Arthritis in the hands: how to alleviate pain

If you're living with osteoarthritis in your hands, the pain may be unbearable when it flares up. Thankfully there are ways to alleviate pain, whether at home making certain hand exercises or through medical intervention. One of our expert orthopaedic surgeons Mr James Nicholl explains more.

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Por Mr James Nicholl
07.05.20
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Scaphoid fracture: symptoms and treatment options

Scaphoid fractures occur following a fall onto the hand or by anything that forces the wrist backwards. We've asked one of our expert orthopaedic surgeons Mr James Nicholl just how symptoms of a wrist fracture present and what the treatment options are.

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Por Mr James Nicholl
03.02.20
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Carpal tunnel syndrome warning signs tests treatments

There may be warning signs in your day-to-day life which indicate the onset of carpal tunnel syndrome. Mr James Nicholl explains the various tests he commonly performs and which treatments are available for this condition.

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Por Mr James Nicholl
27.01.20
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Kienbock’s Disease

Kienbock’s disease occurs when the lunate bone in your hand doesn’t receive enough blood. After reading this article by Mr Nicholl, an orthopaedic surgeon and specialist in hand and wrist surgery, you’ll understand the factors that contribute to the development of Kienbock’s disease, its symptoms and its treatment.

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Por Mr James Nicholl
04.11.19
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How did I develop arthritis in my wrist?

Arthritis may seem simple, but it’s a complex condition and can develop in many ways. It’s not uncommon, however, for a patient to develop symptoms a long time after they've injured their wrist. Mr James Nicholl, an orthopaedic surgeon based in Tunbridge Wells, explains how trauma can lead to arthritis and the ways in which we can manage this condition.

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Por Mr James Nicholl
20.06.19
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What can cause a broken wrist?

Fractures of the wrist are one of the most common fractures to occur and they happen in all age groups. There are different bones in the wrist which can be fractured. Mr James Nicholl, a top hand and wrist surgeon, explains what a broken wrist feels like, the different types and how they must be treated.

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Por Mr James Nicholl
07.05.19
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Wrist arthroscopy: who needs it and what it involves

While many wrist injuries will heal on their own over time, some might require a surgical operation. In recent year, we have developed ways to operate on the delicate structures of the wrist with the minimal amount of damage. We asked expert hand and wrist surgeon Mr James Nicholl about what wrist arthroscopy is and who might benefit from it.

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Por Mr James Nicholl
15.03.19
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What is Dupuytren’s disease?

Dupuytren’s disease or Dupuytren’s contracture is sometimes called the ‘Viking disease’ because it is most commonly found in countries which were invaded by the Vikings. It is a common disease affecting the hands, which usually presents itself in middle age or later in life and is more common in men than women. Mr James Nicholl walks us through this condition and how it can be treated.

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Por Mr James Nicholl
01.03.19
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Treatment for trigger finger

Trigger finger is an awkward condition where the digit gets stuck in a bent position and it is difficult to straighten. As time goes on, the condition only gets worse, unless you get treatment. How do doctors deal with this condition? Leading orthopaedic surgeon Mr James Nicholl is here to provide answers on trigger finger treatment.

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Por Mr James Nicholl
22.02.19
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What is trigger finger?

Why would your finger get stuck in a bent position? Trigger finger (and trigger thumb) is a real condition affecting the tendons in the hand, which can lead to a rapid decline in the ability to grip and perform basic tasks. Expert orthopaedic surgeon Mr James Nicholl is here to explain.

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