What has opposable thumbs and is the most dexterous tool on the planet? The human hand, obviously. Well … not anymore. At ...

Alien hand syndrome (AHS) is when a single limb, usually a hand but sometimes a leg, moves involuntarily. It can signify a serious underlying issue, such as stroke or neurodegenerative disease. Share ...

Massage therapy may help with relaxation and pain relief. As an alternative to visiting a massage therapist, some people use personal massage devices. These devices may provide instant relief in ...

A hand injury can make daily tasks seem impossible. But that’s where a hand surgeon can help. These are general, plastic, or orthopedic surgeons who specialize in treating problems with your hands, ...

Washing your hands is one of the easiest and best ways to help prevent the spread of germs. While it’s particularly important during the COVID-19 pandemic, handwashing is always the best practice ...

Using hand warmers that keep your fingers toasty can be the difference between a miserable day on the slopes and a memorable one. Not into skiing? Still, many of our favorite outdoor activities — ...

Nothing puts a damper on a fall or winter outing more than cold and frozen fingertips — that’s where hand warmers can come in handy. They’re great for outdoor activities like skiing, camping and ...

The energy inside the University of Illinois’s State Farm Center was electric last August as Dan St. Pierre made his way through the arena’s arteries and toward center court. As a U.S. Paratriathlon ...

Hand clapping is ubiquitous behavior for humans across time and cultures, serving many different purposes: to signify approval with applause, for instance, or to keep time to music. Acousticians often ...

Editor's note, March 8, 2023: The hand soap recommendations in this article are out of date and will not be updated going forward. These picks were the best options available at the time, but you may ...

Four people died and nearly a dozen others were poisoned after swallowing alcohol-based hand sanitizer, federal health officials said. By Neil Vigdor A funeral attendant providing hand sanitizer to a ...