Hand Surgery

Hand surgery is a specialized procedure designed to treat injuries, deformities, and conditions affecting the hands and fingers. It aims to restore function, strength, flexibility, and appearance, improving overall quality of life. Whether caused by trauma, birth defects, arthritis, or nerve damage, hand surgery provides effective solutions to regain mobility and reduce pain.

Benefits of Hand Surgery

  • Restores Hand Function – Improves grip strength, dexterity, and mobility.
  • Reduces Pain & Discomfort – Relieves symptoms of arthritis, nerve compression, and injuries.
  • Corrects Deformities & Birth Defects – Enhances hand appearance and function.
  • Treats Trauma & Injuries – Repairs fractures, tendon damage, and nerve injuries.
  • Improves Quality of Life – Helps patients perform daily activities with ease.

Who is an Ideal Candidate for Hand Surgery?

  • Individuals with hand injuries, fractures, or tendon damage.
  • Patients suffering from arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, or nerve compression.
  • Those with congenital hand deformities or acquired conditions.
  • Individuals experiencing chronic pain, stiffness, or limited hand movement.

Types of Hand Surgery

Carpal Tunnel Release

  • Treats carpal tunnel syndrome, which causes numbness, tingling, and pain.
  • Involves releasing the compressed median nerve in the wrist.

Tendon Repair Surgery

  • Repairs torn or damaged tendons due to injury or overuse.
  • Restores flexibility, strength, and hand movement.

Fracture & Joint Surgery

  • Treats broken bones, joint dislocations, and ligament injuries.
  • Helps restore alignment, strength, and mobility.

Nerve Repair Surgery

  • Repairs damaged peripheral nerves, restoring sensation and function.
  • Used for nerve injuries, entrapments, and compression syndromes.

Dupuytren’s Contracture Release

  • Treats Dupuytren’s contracture, a condition that causes fingers to bend inward.
  • Helps improve hand flexibility and straighten fingers.

Reconstructive Hand Surgery

  • Corrects birth defects, deformities, or severe injuries.
  • May involve skin grafts, tendon transfers, or flap surgery.

The Hand Surgery Process

  • Consultation – Comprehensive evaluation of hand condition and symptoms.
  • Personalized Treatment Plan – Selection of the most effective surgical approach.
  • Surgical Procedure – Performed under local or general anesthesia, depending on complexity.
  • Recovery & Rehabilitation – Hand therapy and exercises to regain function.
  • Final Results – Improved hand mobility, strength, and reduced pain.