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Upper Extremity Conditions & Available Treatment Options
Your hands, wrists, and elbows are essential for nearly every daily activity, from typing and lifting to cooking and driving. When pain, injury, or chronic conditions affect these areas, it can make even simple tasks challenging. Whether you’re dealing with arthritis in your hands, a wrist sprain, or tennis elbow, expert care can help you get back to your routine.
At Great Lakes Orthopedics, we specialize in diagnosing and treating a wide range of upper extremity conditions. With a highly skilled upper extremity orthopedic surgeon, our team is dedicated to providing personalized care. From non-surgical therapies to advanced hand and upper extremity surgery, we’re here to help you find relief and regain function.
If you’re dealing with pain in your hand, wrist, or elbow, schedule an appointment with Great Lakes Orthopedics today. We’re always accepting new patients, and we look forward to helping you!
Hand
Your hands are critical for almost every activity, and even minor discomfort can affect your quality of life. People seek care with us for a variety of hand conditions, including:
- Trigger Finger: A condition where a finger locks in a bent position before snapping straight.
- Arthritis: Joint inflammation leading to stiffness and pain.
- Fractures & Sprains: Injuries that limit movement and function.
At Great Lakes Orthopedics, we offer both non-surgical and surgical treatments to address these conditions. Non-surgical options include physical therapy, splints, and injections. For more severe cases, your upper extremity surgeon may suggest advanced hand surgeries to restore function and alleviate pain.
Wrist
The wrist is a complex joint that is prone to injuries and overuse conditions. Common reasons to seek wrist care include:
- Wrist Sprains: Stretching or tearing of ligaments from falls or sudden movements.
- Fractures: Breaks in the wrist bones, often requiring immobilization or surgery.
- Tendonitis: Inflammation from repetitive movements or overuse.
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: A common condition affecting the median nerve.
We provide comprehensive wrist care, starting with accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment plans. Our specialists use non-invasive treatments whenever possible, including bracing, injections, and physical therapy. When necessary, we perform minimally invasive wrist surgeries to repair injuries and relieve symptoms.
Elbow
Elbow pain can make everyday activities, like lifting or gripping, difficult. Some of the most common elbow conditions include:
- Tennis & Golfer’s Elbow: Overuse injuries causing pain on the outer or inner elbow.
- Bursitis: Inflammation of the bursa, a fluid-filled sac that cushions the elbow.
- Fractures: Broken bones from trauma or falls.
- Arthritis: Joint inflammation leading to pain and stiffness.
Our team offers a range of treatments for elbow conditions, starting with conservative approaches like physical therapy, medications, and injections. For more severe cases, our team may recommend advanced surgical solutions to restore function and reduce pain.
Frequently Asked Questions
What conditions require hand and wrist surgery?
Hand and wrist surgery is typically recommended for conditions that don’t respond to non-surgical treatments, like severe arthritis, tendon injuries, or fractures. Our team will evaluate your condition and discuss all available options with you.
Who is a good candidate for elbow surgery?
Good candidates for elbow surgery are those whose pain or limited function significantly affects their daily lives and who have not found relief through non-surgical methods. Our upper extremity orthopedic surgeons will determine the best course of action based on your specific needs.
What should I expect during recovery from hand, wrist, or elbow surgery?
Recovery varies depending on the procedure, but it typically involves physical therapy to regain strength and mobility. Our team will provide a detailed recovery plan and work with you to achieve the best results.
How do I schedule an appointment with a hand and wrist specialist near me?
Scheduling an appointment with Great Lakes Orthopedics is easy! Just give our office a call or request an appointment through our website. Our team is here to help you feel better, and we look forward to working with you!