Hand and Finger Fractures The hand, being one of the most adaptable and essential components of our anatomy, is susceptible…
Wrist Arthrodesis / Fusion Arthrodesis is the surgical immobilization of a joint by the fusion of the adjacent bones. Total…
Recurrent and Chronic Elbow Instability Elbow instability is a looseness in the elbow joint that may cause the joint to…
Ulnar Tunnel Syndrome of the Wrist The ulnar nerve is one of the three main nerves that provide feeling and…
Sprained Thumb A sprained thumb occurs when the ligaments that support the thumb are stretched beyond their limits. This commonly…
Thumb Fractures A broken thumb can be a serious problem. Loss of thumb function due to a fracture can affect…
Scaphoid Fracture of the Wrist Background A scaphoid (navicular) fracture is a break in one of the small bones (carpal…
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Thoracic outlet syndrome is a term used for several rare and different conditions that can occur when…
Shoulder Trauma (Fractures and Dislocations) Trauma to the shoulder is common. Injuries range from a separated shoulder resulting from a fall onto…