Blog Posts for Arm
The North Florida Bone & Joint Specialists blog provides the latest information on orthopaedic conditions, injuries and procedures.
Why Your Hand Falls Asleep at Night & When It’s a Sign of Something More
Waking up in the middle of the night with a numb or “asleep” hand is something many people occasionally experience. Often, it’s easy to dismiss as a temporary sensation caused by sleeping in an awkward position that quickly resolves once you move your hand or change positions. However, when it becomes a regular occurrence, waking you up night after night or if it begins to linger into the day, it may be a sign that something more is going on beneath the surface.
Occupational Therapy Month
During the month of April, we want to take the opportunity to recognize Occupational Therapy Month and our highly skilled Certified Hand Therapists (CHT) who are board-certified in Occupational Therapy with a board certification in Hand Therapy. This additional qualification in the upper extremities requires 4,000 hours of patient care, three years of clinical experience and passing an advanced comprehensive exam.