Nervous System

What is carpal tunnel syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by a pinched nerve in your wrist. The pinched nerve causes a numb, tingling feeling in your hand and arm. If you have carpal tunnel syndrome, your hand may also feel weak and clumsy. Hand pain and arm pain are...

What is dupuytren’s contracture? Dupuytren’s Contracture happens when the skin under your hand slowly thickens and gets tight. This can force the fingers to bend towards the palm, like a claw. It can affect any finger but mostly affects the ring finger, then the little finger and then the middle...

What is ganglia? Ganglia are small cysts, they are also known as ganglion cysts. They look like small bumps and contain a thick jelly-like substance. The cysts are most often attached to a joint or tendon. They can appear on the back of the wrist and the top of the...

What is a stroke? A stroke occurs when the blood supply to the brain is blocked. There are two main types of stroke: Haemorrhagic – caused by a blood vessel in the brain that breaks and bleeds. This type accounts for around 15% of strokes Ischaemic – caused by a...

What is a transient ischaemic attack (TIA)? A Transient Ischaemic Attack, also known as a TIA, is a minor stroke. It occurs when blood supply to the brain is blocked for a short time. TIAs are caused by a blood clot or blockage which dissolves or dislodges on its own....