Hand surgery, is a specialized field that deals with diseases and injuries of the hand, wrist, forearm, and elbow, as well as injuries and diseases of the shoulder. It also involves the repair of nerve injuries in the hand, arm, leg, and foot, including congenital anomalies of the upper extremities, along with the diagnosis and treatment of brachial plexus injuries. Hand surgery covers the entire area from the fingertips to the point where the clavicle meets the chest cage and also includes diseases occurring in other body areas that require solutions involving microsurgery.

Surgical Interventions Focused on the Health of Hands and Wrists

Hand surgery is a medical discipline where surgical procedures are performed. These surgical interventions can be for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases, repair of injuries, or for aesthetic purposes. Hand surgery deals with structural and functional issues in the hands, wrists, arms, and wrists.

Hand surgery may commonly include:

• Treatment of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Carpal tunnel is a passage inside the wrist containing the median nerve and some tendons. Carpal tunnel syndrome results from the compression of the median nerve within this passage. Hand surgeons perform surgical procedures to release this nerve and reduce pressure, alleviating or eliminating symptoms.
• Tendon Repair: Tendons damaged due to injury or tearing can be repaired by hand surgeons. Properly stitching tendons helps restore the normal function of the hand and fingers.
• Wrist Fractures: Hand surgeons may use hollow fixation materials such as plates, nails, or screws to correct wrist fractures and keep the bones in the correct position.
• Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment: Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease affecting the joints of the hand and wrist. Hand surgeons may perform surgical interventions for rheumatoid arthritis to protect joints and improve functionality.
• Removal of Cysts and Tumors: Cysts or tumors in the hand and wrist areas can be removed using appropriate surgical methods.
• Hand Reconstruction and Reconstruction: Hand surgeons use reconstructive surgical methods to repair hand and wrist structures damaged due to injury, burns, or congenital anomalies.