There are many little health checks people can do at home ― from checking your pulse to breast self-exams. But one that might be less familiar is the thumb test. It’s a relatively simple maneuver, but ...

Do you have a question about history? Send us your question at history@time . com and you might find your answer in a future edition of Now You Know. It’s a widely recognized gesture: fingers curled ...

Osteoarthritis in the thumb is the most common form of arthritis that affects the hands. Osteoarthritis results from the breakdown of joint cartilage and the underlying bone. It can affect the basal ...

Mother’s thumb, or “mommy’s thumb,” is a condition that causes pain at the base of the thumb. The condition typically occurs due to repetitive hand movements or overuse of the thumb and wrist. Anyone ...