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TOTAL JOINT REPLACEMENT
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SPORTS MEDICINE
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FRACTURE & TRAUMA CARE
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HAND SURGERY
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HAND SURGERY
The field of hand surgery deals with both surgical and
non-surgical treatment of conditions and problems that may take
place in the hand or upper extremity (from the tip of the hand to
the shoulder). When a problem takes place in the hand, care must be
given to all the different types of tissues that make function of
the hand possible.
Many conditions occur in the upper extremity that can be treated by
a hand surgeon. These conditions include immediate care of an
injury, treatment and reconstruction of old injuries, congenital
problems, arthritis, infection, and new growths and tumors. Hand
surgeons also treat other problems such as nerve compression
syndromes and swelling of tendons. Microsurgery is used for the
reattachment of amputated parts and certain hand reconstructions.
Some hand surgeons also take care of problems of the elbow and
shoulder.
Hand surgery is part
of the practice of general surgery, orthopaedic surgery, and plastic
surgery. As surgical techniques in the upper extremity become more
refined and complex, specialized training in upper extremity surgery
continues to be very important. Training usually takes place during
orthopaedic and plastic surgery residency or a fellowship. Surgeons may take an
examination in hand surgery, which qualifies them to obtain a
Certificate of Added Qualifications in Surgery of the Hand.
No matter what your age or occupation your hands are always
working. Since your hands are so important any abnormality can be a
cause for concern. Many common hand problems that interfere with
your daily activities can be diagnosed and treated by your
orthopaedic surgeon.
More Information:
Common Hand Problems |
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