09 Jun
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PHALANGES

PHALANGES [fuh-lan-jeez]

What it is: The bones that make up the fingers and toes. The fingertip bone, which determines the overall length, shape, curvature and spread of the nail unit. Each hand and foot has 14 phalanges. Each finger and toe has three, except for the thumbs and big toes that house two phalanges.

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09 Jun
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CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME

CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME [kaar-pl, tuh-nuhl, sin-drowm]

What it is: A common condition causing pain and numbness of the hand and fingers caused by increased pressure on the median nerve within the carpal tunnel from continual repetitive movements.
How to remove it: See a doctor for diagnosis & treatment.

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