Hand Surgery

Definition: The most common hand surgery procedures are done to those with injuries, degenerative disorders, and birth defects. This may include problems associated with the tendons, nerves, blood vessels, and joints; fractured bones; or burns and cuts. Hand surgery can be performed through a variety of ways, such as replantation or transplantation, flap surgery, and grafting.

Is it right for me?
Surgery can restore function, relieve pain and improve the appearance of the hands for patients suffering from cysts, nerve conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, injuries, birth defects or other problems.

Surgery: 1 to 2 Hours. Hand surgery will improve problematic conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis, Dupuytren’s contracture, and congenital defects. The type of procedure you undergo depends on your condition; however, a doctor can transfer skin, bone, nerves, or other tissue from a healthy body part to repair the injured part through grafting; use flap surgery for moving the skin along with its underlying fat, blood vessels, and muscles; or employ replantation, or what is also called transplantation, through microsurgery performed under magnification. Some hand surgery cases require more than one operation over an extended period of time. Patient Status- outpatient . Anesthesia-local.

Risks: Possible infection, poor healing, loss of feeling or movement of the hand and fingers, blood clots, and adverse reactions to the anesthesia.
Side Effects: Possibility of mild to severe pain.

Recovery time: You may be prescribed specific injections or oral medication to make you feel more comfortable following surgery. The extent and type of procedure determines how fast you will heal from hand surgery. You may be restricted from work and specific activities, and your hand will probably need to be immobilized in a bandage or splint. Sometimes, repeat surgery is necessary and rehabilitation may be recommended by your doctor for strength building and improved functioning. Long-lasting results. A significant degree of feeling and function will be restored to the hands.