Clode, the Third Thumb’s creator, admitted learning how to use the device can seem “quite weird” for people who’ve lived their lives with 10 digits and two thumbs.

That unusual bend in your thumb isn't a cool party trick. Discover what hitchhiker's thumb might reveal about your health and why one-third of people have it ...

Hitchhiker’s thumb is when your thumb is very flexible and can bend backward, sometimes up to 90 degrees. Learn more about what causes it, what conditions are associated with it, and more.

Take a look at your hand and fingers—and imagine that instead of five digits, you had an additional thumb, approximately opposite your natural thumb. Researchers at University College London built ...

A thumb brace or splint supports your joint by limiting movement and resting the joint. Most people only need to wear the brace at night, but others may benefit from wearing one for longer periods.

The thumb, and the rest of the fingers, are appendages or digits of the hand. While the thumb is distinctly different from the other four fingers, many medical professionals consider it a finger ...

The robotic thumb is a 3D-printed supernumerary (i.e. extra digit) robotic finger that extends the natural capabilities of the biological hand. Ms. Clode explored a range of materials and ...

The researchers initially found an Ailurarctos arm bone in 2010, then discovered teeth and the false thumb in 2015, giving them a much better understanding of the animal. Until now, the oldest ...

Bradley Vance, MPT, BSc., discusses what occurs when someone develops osteoarthritis of the thumb joint and what treatment options are available. Judge strikes down Trump’s birthright ...

Some rules of thumb gain credibility because of the number of times they are repeated. The “100 minus your age” rule is right up there with “don’t go swimming for a half hour after you eat.” ...

Chronic pain has a way of reminding us of the body parts we often take for granted—particularly our hands and wrists. When simple daily tasks cause ongoing pain on the thumb side of your wrist, you ...

The 16-year-old Rodriguez added a few thumb-limbs, a suit, and an eyeball for a soccer ball.” [The caption] said, ‘Thumb-Thumbs playing eyeball.’ I won an art contest with it!” ...