Hands serve many essential functions in daily life, from gripping and lifting to writing and typing, and injuries or conditions can significantly impair these abilities. Trauma, arthritis, and nerve conditions can take their toll, leading to debilitating pain, stiffness, numbness, and peripheral nerve disorders like carpal tunnel syndrome. Common conditions treated by hand doctors include carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, tendonitis, fractures, trigger finger, sports injuries, and nerve damage. Our team of specialty-trained hand surgeons, hand-certified therapists, and staff work together to restore function, reduce pain, and get you back to doing the things you love. The expertise of our hand and wrist doctors ensures accurate diagnosis and effective treatment of hand and wrist conditions. Our team of specialists also treat injuries and conditions involving the fingers and ligaments. Nerve-related issues such as nerve compression and nerve injuries are also managed by our team of hand specialists. If you have hand pain or swelling, seeing a hand specialist promptly can help facilitate a smooth recovery.
Widely respected for our hand and wrist expertise, Panorama Orthopedics serves as the top regional trauma referral center for hand and wrist injuries. Our hand specialists treat everything from carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, trigger finger, and nerve injuries to complex fractures and revision surgeries.
Hand & Wrist Conditions & Injuries
Our goal at Panorama is to work with you to identify the condition or injury in your hand, so we can help you feel better and do more as quickly as possible.
Arthritis
(Joint pain and inflammation)
Hand & Wrist Fractures
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
(Compressed nerve at the wrist leading to hand pain/numbness)
De Quervain’s Tendinitis
(Swollen tendons at base of thumb, i.e. Mommy’s Thumb)
Dupuytren’s Contracture
(Thickened, tight palm and finger tissue)
Lumps & Bumps of the Hand, Wrist, Elbow
(cyst, lipoma, other masses)
Ligamentous Injuries of the Hand & Wrist
(torn or sprained ligaments of the upper extremity)
Ulnar Nerve Entrapment
(Hand numbness/pain or weakness)
Trigger Finger
(finger or thumb locks in bent position)
Skier’s Thumb
Hand & Wrist Nonsurgical Services
There are many non-surgical approaches to treating hand and wrist pain. At Panorama Orthopedic & Spine Center, we will always review alThere are many non-surgical approaches to treating hand and wrist pain. Nonsurgical methods such as occupational therapy, injections, bracing, and activity modification are often used to promote healing and restore function. Nonsurgical treatment is an important option for managing many hand and wrist conditions, providing effective relief without the need for surgery. function in the wrist and hand before considering surgical options. At Panorama Orthopedic & Spine Center, we will always review all of our options before resorting to surgery. l of our options before resorting to surgery.
Hand & Wrist Procedures
After our more conservative options have run their course, our experienced team of orthopedic surgeons will help you decide the next steps to restore function. Some of our surgical options include hand surgery and wrist surgery to address a variety of injuries and conditions.
Our goal is to help you resume your normal activities as soon as possible through a combination of surgery, therapy, and ongoing care. Some of our surgical options include:
Carpal Tunnel and other peripheral nerve compression neuropathy surgery
Minimally invasive carpal tunnel surgery
Finger and thumb surgery
Fracture fixation and repair
Hand and wrist arthroscopy
Ligament repair & reconstruction
Microsurgery and nerve reconstruction
Small joint arthroscopy
Diagnosis and Examination
Accurate diagnosis is the cornerstone of effective hand and wrist treatment. When you visit our hand and wrist specialists with concerns about hand and wrist pain, you can expect a thorough and compassionate evaluation. The diagnostic process begins with a detailed physical examination, where the specialist will assess your range of motion, strength, and sensation in the hands or wrists. This hands-on approach helps identify any abnormalities or signs of conditions such as nerve disorders, tendon irregularities, or fractures.
To further pinpoint the cause of your symptoms, our team may recommend imaging tests like X-rays, which provide a clear view of the bones and joints, or advanced studies such as electromyography, also known as EMG tests, to evaluate nerve function
Once a diagnosis is made, your specialist will work closely with you to develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs. This may include nonsurgical treatments such as occupational therapy.
Resources
VIDEO
Learning About a Broken Wrist and Understanding the Recovery
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Dr. Froelich talks about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
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Dr. Froelich on Trigger Finger Diagnosis and Treatment
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Thumb Arthritis – A Common Problem
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Sara’s Story of Hand Surgery at Panorama Orthopedics
Patient Stories
Sara’s Story
When Sara suddenly fell from a stool, she found herself with a painful hand and wrist injury. After some research, Sara found Dr. Sameer Lodha at Panorama Orthopedics & Spine Center for her surgery.