There is hardly any task in our daily life that doesn’t require the use of hands and wrists. Given how much we rely on our hands and wrists every day, it’s no wonder that even the slightest pain in our hands and wrists can be frustrating and disabling. Hand and wrist pain can be a result of conditions such as arthritis, carpel tunnel syndrome, fractures, or trigger finger. If you have a nagging pain in your hands and wrists that is interfering with your daily activities, such as getting ready [Read More]
Hand and Wrist Surgery Boynton Beach
Steps of Hand Surgery Procedure
Our hands are by far one of our most useful tools. We use them to type, drive, pick up a cup of coffee, and many more. However, for some people, hands are a source of pain and frustration. Conditions affecting the hands, like carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, Dupuytren's contracture, and arthritis can make everyday tasks difficult and uncomfortable. If you're dealing with one of these conditions, you may be considering hand surgery. While the thought of surgery can be daunting, it's [Read More]
How Can Wrist Specialists Help Treat Wrist Tendonitis?
If you are experiencing pain in your wrist, your body might be telling you that you’re pushing yourself too far. You may be putting repetitive strain on your wrists and hands, which could ultimately lead to injury. Eventually, these activities can cause inflammation, leading to wrist tendonitis. What Is Wrist Tendonitis? Simply put, wrist tendonitis happens when a tendon in your wrist becomes inflamed. You may think that the condition will resolve itself within a few weeks, but chances are, [Read More]
Conditions Hand Surgery Helps Treat
Hand surgery is a medical specialty that treats problems and conditions affecting the hand, wrist, forearm, and shoulder. Conditions that need surgery aren’t always life-threatening or severe. Hand surgeons often use surgery to treat conditions that improve a patient’s quality of life or to relieve pain. If you are experiencing problems in your arm or hand, it is helpful to understand what a hand surgeon can do to help you address and prevent them. What Conditions Does A Hand Surgeon [Read More]
Common Types of Hand and Wrist Surgery
The hands and the wrists are especially vulnerable parts of the body thanks to their high-performance and all-day usefulness, plus the fact that they are composed of many tiny bones, muscles, and other tissues. Infections, fractures, and damage to their various tissues and structures are fairly commonplace, which is why surgery is often recommended as a treatment option for severe injury or pain in the hands and wrists. These surgeries can range from quick and minimally invasive to [Read More]
