Orthopedics

Hand and Wrist See All  Hand Pain and Problems in Hand and Wrist Common hand problems include arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and ganglion cysts....more  Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in Hand and Wrist Women develop carpal tunnel syndrome three times more frequently than men. It usually occurs only in adults. ...more  Overview of Hand Surgery in Hand and Wrist Many different types of surgeries can be done on the hand, depending on the underlying cause of the problem. ...more  Diagnosing Hand Conditions in Hand and Wrist In some cases, a diagnosis can be made simply based on a physical exam. In other cases, though, tests may be needed to help confirm the diagnosis. ...more  Dupuytren Contracture in Hand and Wrist Dupuytren's contracture is an abnormal thickening of the skin in the palm of your hand at the base of your fingers. This thickened area may develop into a hard lump or thick band. Over time, it can cause the fingers to curl in toward your palm. ...more  Carpal Tunnel Release in Hand and Wrist Carpal tunnel release is surgery to treat carpal tunnel syndrome. During this surgery, the surgeon cuts through a ligament in the wrist to make more room for nerves and tendons to pass through. This can improve the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome. ...more  Boxer’s Fracture in Hand and Wrist A boxer's fracture is a break in the neck of the fifth metacarpal bone in the hand. It gets its name because the injury is common in inexperienced boxers. ...more