Bobade Hospital | Hand Surgery

Hand surgery, a specialized field, addresses conditions and problems of the hand, wrist, and forearm, aiming to restore function and address issues like injuries, infections, and degenerative changes.

Here's a more detailed look at hand surgery:

What it is:

Hand surgery encompasses both surgical and non-surgical treatments for a wide range of hand and upper extremity problems, including injuries, infections, and conditions like arthritis.

Why it's done:

Hand surgery aims to restore hand and finger function, address pain, and improve the appearance of the hand.

Conditions treated:

Injuries: Fractures, ligament tears, tendon damage, nerve injuries.
Rheumatic diseases: Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
Degenerative changes: Arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, Dupuytren's contracture.
Congenital problems: Birth defects of the hand.
Infections: Infections of the hand and fingers.

Types of procedures:

Nerve repairs: Addressing damage to the nerves that supply the hand and fingers.
Joint replacement (arthroplasty): Replacing damaged joints with artificial implants.
Arthrodesis: Fusing bones of a joint together for stability.
Surgical drainage and debridement: Treating infections and removing damaged tissue.
Carpal tunnel release: Releasing pressure on the median nerve in the wrist.
De Quervain's tendinosis surgery: Enlarging the tendon sheath to relieve pain and improve movement.
Dupuytren's contracture fasciectomy: Removing the thickened tissue that causes the fingers to curl.

Recovery:

Recovery time varies depending on the type of surgery and the individual, but typically involves physical therapy to regain function.

Hand surgeons:

Hand surgeons are specially trained to diagnose and treat conditions of the hand, wrist, and forearm.