Hand surgery

Hand Surgery is a specialized field of surgery that deals with the complexities of the hand, wrist, and forearm. It encompasses a variety of procedures aimed at restoring hand and wrist function, treating injuries, and correcting deformities.

Overview[edit]

Hand surgeons are trained to treat conditions affecting the bones, joints, connective tissues, muscles, blood vessels, and nerves of the hand and arm. They work to improve not only the functionality but also the appearance of hand and arm structures.

Conditions Treated[edit]

Hand surgeons address a wide range of conditions, such as:

Carpal tunnel syndrome
Rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis of the hand
Dupuytren's contracture
Congenital limb differences
Fractures and injuries of the hand and wrist
Tendon injuries and tendonitis
Nerve compression syndromes
Ganglion cysts and tumors of the hand and wrist

Procedures Performed[edit]

Some of the surgical procedures in this specialty include:

Carpal tunnel release
Tendon repair
Reconstruction for rheumatoid hand deformities
Fracture fixation
Nerve repairs and nerve grafting
Microvascular surgery, such as reattachment of amputated fingers or hands

Subspecialties[edit]

Within hand surgery, there are subspecialties focusing on:

Microsurgery
Orthopedic hand surgery
Plastic and reconstructive hand surgery

Training and Certification[edit]

Training for hand surgery involves completing a residency in orthopedic surgery, plastic surgery, or general surgery, followed by a specialized fellowship in hand surgery. Surgeons can obtain certification through the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery or the American Board of Plastic Surgery, often with an additional Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) in hand surgery.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration[edit]

Hand surgeons often collaborate with other specialists such as occupational therapists to provide comprehensive care that includes rehabilitation and physical therapy.

Innovations and Research[edit]

Ongoing research in hand surgery includes advancements in prosthetic hand design, techniques for nerve regeneration, and innovations in minimally invasive surgery.

List of Hand Surgeons (USA)[edit]

US territories

See Also[edit]

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