Hand Surgery
Hand surgery involves the performance of procedures aimed at addressing traumatic
injuries or functional loss resulting from conditions such as advanced arthritis affecting
the hand.
What is a Hand Surgeon ?
Our hands are multifunctional, aiding us in eating, dressing, writing, earning a living,
engaging in artistic endeavors, and numerous other activities. Sensation and mobility
in the joints, tendons, and muscles are essential for their functionality.
A hand surgeon is a specialized medical professional who focuses on the diagnosis,
treatment, and surgical procedures related to conditions affecting the hand, wrist, and
forearm. These surgeons undergo extensive training in orthopedic, plastic, or general
surgery, followed by additional specialized training in hand surgery.
What do hand surgeons do ?
Hand surgeons expertise involves a range of treatments, which can include:
- Fracture Repair - Addressing broken bones in the hand, wrist, or forearm through
surgical intervention or non-surgical methods.
- Carpal Tunnel Release - Alleviating pressure on the median nerve in the wrist to
relieve symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome, a condition causing hand and wrist pain,
tingling, and numbness.
- Tendon Repair - Repairing damaged or torn tendons, which are essential for
hand movement and functionality.
- Joint Reconstruction - Addressing issues like arthritis in the hand or wrist joints
through surgical procedures aimed at reducing pain and restoring function.
- Nerve Repair - Treating nerve damage or injuries in the hand, often crucial for
restoring sensation and movement.
- Congenital Deformity Correction - Correcting birth defects or congenital
abnormalities affecting the hand, wrist, or forearm.
- Microsurgery - Performing intricate surgeries using specialized equipment to
repair tiny structures like nerves and blood vessels in the hand and wrist
- Rehabilitation and Therapy - Collaborating with occupational therapists to
provide post-operative rehabilitation and therapy to improve hand function and
mobility.
Hand surgeons work closely with patients to understand their condition, explore
treatment options, perform surgeries when necessary, and provide post-operative care
to ensure the best possible recovery and function of the hand and upper extremities.
