The answer to why we have five fingers and toes is surprisingly difficult to suss out. The popular nursery rhyme This Little Piggy is an early childhood memory for many of us. It’s a poem that ...

After a baby is born, one of the first things proud parents do is count the infant's fingers and toes. What happens when those digits look fused or stuck together? Medically, that condition is known ...

Some conditions cause the finger or toe joint tissue to thicken, making movement difficult. This may affect how the joint bends and may feel like it is locking up. A person may also experience joint ...

Look, no one wants to lose a finger, but it happens more often than you'd think. And when it does, the stakes are naturally high, since fingers and thumbs are critical for nearly every task we do.

With a surprising nimbleness, the gray squirrel snatched up the proffered cracker from a tourist and plopped down in front of everyone to eat it. With considerable skill, it used its forepaws to hold ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The popular nursery rhyme This Little Piggy is an early childhood ...