Hand Surgery
Hand surgery is a specialized field within plastic surgery dedicated to addressing issues that affect the strength, functionality, and flexibility of the wrist and fingers. Its goal is to restore hand function as closely as possible to normal.
The scope of hand surgery is broad and includes:
- Treating injuries to the hand and wrist, both involving soft tissue and bones.
- Managing tendon conditions such as trigger finger and tenosynovitis.
- Addressing nerve compression disorders like carpal tunnel syndrome and cubital tunnel syndrome.
- Managing conditions related to rheumatoid arthritis.
- Addressing Dupuytren's contracture.
- Managing congenital defects.
Plastic and hand surgeons receive specialized training in microsurgery, which equips them with the skills necessary to perform complex procedures such as replantation of amputated extremities and nerve repairs.
