The Hand to Shoulder Solution

Your new resource for hand, shoulder, and elbow pain. Together, we are giving pain the middle finger and gaining knowledge to live a better, pain-free life! Discover what might be causing pain in your fingers, pain in your hand, pain in your wrist, pain in your arm, pain in your elbow, pain in your shoulder. Learn about your body, arthritis, tendinitis, tennis elbow, fractures, golfer's elbow, and carpal tunnel syndrome. Hosted by Carl Petitto, OT, CHT, and Certified Hand Therapist specializing in orthopedic conditions of the hand to shoulder. Also an expert in fabricating custom orthotics.

The Hand to Shoulder Solution is a health podcast hosted by Carl Petitto, with 98 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Carl Petitto hosts The Hand to Shoulder Solution, a health show with 98 episodes published.

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  The Hand to Shoulder Solution

  The Elbow Pad Fix That Makes Pain Angry

  Oct 2, 20263 min

  Elbow pads and straps can worsen tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow when they press on an inflamed bony anchor point. We break down the elbow anatomy behind epicondylitis and explain why brief, targeted treatment differs from all-day pressure. • locating the lateral epicondyle and medial epicondyle bony prominences • how common flexor and common extensor tendons attach into bone • why “itis” means inflammation and why pressure aggravates it • how even slight rubbing from a pad can keep the area irritated • when massage may help and why it is limited to short sessions • what we tell patients who hate wearing the pad Check it out, carlpatito.com in YouTube, The Hand to Shoulder Solution. Support the show Work with Carl! Check out the website - www.carlpetitto.com SUPPORT THE SHOW HERE: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/BM23TS2LDQVFS Hello and welcome to the show, The Hand to Shoulder Solution, with me, Carl Petitto. If you are experiencing pain in your arms and hands, this is your resource. Subscribe, listen, and share to help us 'give pain the middle finger for good'! This is a resource to help you mitigate pain at home and become more educated on what to ask your doctors and therapists. No medical advice will be given, and you should always see your medical professional for any questions. Thank you, and welcome to the show!

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  Stop Rotator Cuff Pain Fast

  Sep 25, 20269 min

  Shoulder pain has a way of sneaking into everything, lifting, driving, workouts, even grabbing a bag from the back seat. We get practical about why that happens by zooming in on the rotator cuff: four small muscles that have to keep the ball of your shoulder centered on a very shallow socket. When those tendons get strained or torn, the mechanics change fast, and that is when pinching, sharp outside-shoulder pain, and frustrating weakness can show up. We share two quick, at-home screens you can try to better understand your symptoms, including the classic “empty can” position that often lights up supraspinatus pain. Just as important, we’re clear about the limits: shoulder impingement, rotator cuff tear, and arthritis-related changes can look similar, so an orthopedic exam and imaging often make the difference between guessing and actually fixing the cause. From there, we move into what to do right now: what movements to avoid when the shoulder is irritated, a surprisingly effective targeted ice approach for point tenderness, and shoulder-friendly band work that builds scapular control and takes pressure off the sensitive space where tendons can get compressed. We also talk strength training choices, why the Arnold press tends to be a safer pattern for many people, and why cleans can put your shoulder into a high-risk “empty can” angle. We finish with simple prevention you can use today, especially the common rotator cuff tear moment: reaching behind the car seat for something heavy. If you found this helpful, subscribe, share it with someone dealing with shoulder pain, and leave a review so more people can find smarter rotator cuff rehab and shoulder strengthening guidance. Support the show Work with Carl! Check out the website - www.carlpetitto.com SUPPORT THE SHOW HERE: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/BM23TS2LDQVFS Hello and welcome to the show, The Hand to Shoulder Solution, with me, Carl Petitto. If you are experiencing pain in your arms and hands, this is your resource. Subscribe, listen, and share to help us 'give pain the middle finger for good'! This is a resource to help you mitigate pain at home and become more educated on what to ask your doctors and therapists. No medical advice will be given, and you should always see your medical professional for any questions. Thank you, and welcome to the show!

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  Simple Forearm, Wrist, And Hand Stretches That Actually Work

  Aug 28, 202613 min

  We walk through practical, therapist-tested stretches for forearm, wrist, thumb, and finger stiffness so you can regain motion without inflaming your joints. We also explain why stretching should feel like a controlled pull, not pain, and how a short routine with rest beats constant stretching. • common causes of stiffness including arthritis, surgery, and old injuries • why the wrist and forearm are mechanically complex and need specific positioning • building a simple home program that takes about five minutes • forearm palm up and palm down stretches with a clamp grip and active holds • wrist flexion and extension technique with fingers open and better hand placement • ways to modify stretches using a wall, tabletop, or knee for leverage • thumb flexion toward the base of the little finger and straight-back thumb extension • making a fist by starting at the big knuckles and working one finger at a time • finger straightening strategy and why “more stretching” can increase inflammation Share this with people who might benefit from this. Thank you for liking and subscribing to the hand to shoulder solution, where we are the solution to your pain. Support the show Work with Carl! Check out the website - www.carlpetitto.com SUPPORT THE SHOW HERE: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/BM23TS2LDQVFS Hello and welcome to the show, The Hand to Shoulder Solution, with me, Carl Petitto. If you are experiencing pain in your arms and hands, this is your resource. Subscribe, listen, and share to help us 'give pain the middle finger for good'! This is a resource to help you mitigate pain at home and become more educated on what to ask your doctors and therapists. No medical advice will be given, and you should always see your medical professional for any questions. Thank you, and welcome to the show!

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  Quick Tips: How to Find a Certified Hand Therapist

  Aug 21, 20261 min

  Support the show Work with Carl! Check out the website - www.carlpetitto.com SUPPORT THE SHOW HERE: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/BM23TS2LDQVFS Hello and welcome to the show, The Hand to Shoulder Solution, with me, Carl Petitto. If you are experiencing pain in your arms and hands, this is your resource. Subscribe, listen, and share to help us 'give pain the middle finger for good'! This is a resource to help you mitigate pain at home and become more educated on what to ask your doctors and therapists. No medical advice will be given, and you should always see your medical professional for any questions. Thank you, and welcome to the show!

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  Shoulder Pain First Aid

  Aug 17, 202616 min

  Support the show Work with Carl! Check out the website - www.carlpetitto.com SUPPORT THE SHOW HERE: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/BM23TS2LDQVFS Hello and welcome to the show, The Hand to Shoulder Solution, with me, Carl Petitto. If you are experiencing pain in your arms and hands, this is your resource. Subscribe, listen, and share to help us 'give pain the middle finger for good'! This is a resource to help you mitigate pain at home and become more educated on what to ask your doctors and therapists. No medical advice will be given, and you should always see your medical professional for any questions. Thank you, and welcome to the show!

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