Patrick J. McDaid, M.D.

Spring is a time for baseball, homeruns and pitching that perfect game. However, hard throwers including pitchers and position players,...

Unexplained numbness in your hands can be an alarming symptom to wake up with, but it’s usually nothing to worry about if that’s your...

Gout can affect any joint in the body. However, it occurs more commonly in certain joints, such as the toe, ankle, and knee. If gout...

At some point, we all strain or irritate a muscle or ligament. The resulting pain can have a big impact on our daily life. To ease that...

Winter is here! And while insulated gloves and fuzzy mittens are a must-have winter accessory, especially for those who live in...

The holiday season is busy time — wrapping gifts, decorating your home, and baking/cooking. Your hands are non-stop in their preparations...

While a splinter in your hand or fingers are generally just an annoyance, some slivers can escalate into larger health issues if left...

With fall sports and activities in full swing, it’s a critical time of the year to remind children of all ages about the importance of...

Studies have shown that doing self-massage once a day may help reduce the pain associated with many conditions including arthritis,...

A hand contusion or bruise is a mild injury that occurs because of a direct impact to the hand. When a contusion occurs, the small blood...