Hand surgery, in particular, focuses on the treatment of injuries, conditions, and deformities affecting the hand, wrist, and forearm. It aims to improve hand function, aesthetics, and overall quality of life for patients. They possess a comprehensive understanding of the complex anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics of the hand, making them uniquely qualified to address a wide range of hand-related issues.

Common Conditions Treated by Surgeons:

1. Fractures: Surgeons treat various types of hand fractures resulting from accidents, sports injuries, or trauma.

2. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: This condition occurs when the median nerve, which runs through the wrist, becomes compressed, leading to numbness, tingling, and weakness in the hand.

3. Tendon Injuries: Surgeons repair and reconstruct damaged tendons, which are essential for hand movement.

4. Nerve Injuries: They address injuries to nerves in the hand and wrist, restoring proper nerve function and sensation.

5. Dupuytren’s Contracture: This condition involves the progressive thickening and contracture of the hand’s connective tissues, leading to finger deformities.

6. Trigger Finger: A condition in which one of the fingers or the thumb gets stuck in a bent position and then suddenly pops straight.

7. Ganglion Cysts: Fluid-filled lumps that can develop on the hand’s joints, tendons, or ligaments.

8. Rheumatoid Arthritis: Surgeons can manage and treat the hand deformities and joint pain associated with rheumatoid arthritis.