Hand, Wrists, & Elbow Treatment Options
Hand & Upper Extremity Specialist in Rochester, NY
In the world of specialized healthcare for the hand, wrist, and elbow, our hand surgery team is dedicated to delivering exceptional care.
Emphasizing a patient-centered approach, our providers integrate state-of-the-art technology with compassionate treatment strategies, focusing on both common and complex musculoskeletal issues. Our team offers a number of the newest treatment strategies, including endoscopic carpal tunnel release, denervation for arthritis, enzymatic injection for Dupuytren’s Contracture, and complex nerve transfer reconstructions, with surgical care coordinated with a Hospital when needed.
Serving the community in Rochester, NY, Greater Rochester Orthopaedics is committed to enhancing patient lifestyles through advanced Orthopedic care.
Expert Care for Hand & Arm Conditions
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Expertise Across a Spectrum of Conditions
As a Rochester, NY provider team, we help patients understand their options for treatment and recovery. Our expertise spans from managing chronic conditions like arthritis to addressing acute injuries such as fractures, dislocations, and sports injuries, and we help patients return to daily activities. Understanding the intricate anatomy and the critical importance of the hand and upper extremities in your daily life, our physicians utilize the latest advancements in Medicine and surgical care to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients.
Surgical & Non-Surgical Options
Surgical Interventions
When Surgery is necessary, our surgeons are trained and certified, and can provide surgical care in a range of procedures including but not limited to:
- Nerve repairs and reconstructions
- Tendon and ligament repairs
- Upper extremity fracture fixation
- Joint arthroscopy
- Microvascular surgery
- Joint arthroplasty
- Nerve decompression
Your doctor will review your symptoms, imaging, and goals so you know what to expect before and after surgery.
Non-Surgical Treatments
Many patients start with non-surgical care, and our providers can adjust treatment over time to help reduce pain and improve function. Often the first line of defense, non-surgical care may include physical therapy, injections, and Medicine to alleviate pain and improve function for patients.
- Casting
- Splinting
- Physical Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Prescriptions
- Injectables
Conditions We Treat
If you are looking for the best next step, our specialty center can help choose the right care plan for you.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
A common source of hand numbness and pain, more frequent in women, resulting from pressure on the median nerve within the wrist’s carpal tunnel.
Dupuytren's Contracture
Characterized by a thickening of the palm and fingers’ skin, this condition can lead to the fingers curling into the palm and is seen more often in men.
Ganglion Cysts
These cysts commonly emerge from the joints or tendon sheaths in the wrist, presenting as bumps and can vary in size.
Wrist Instability
A condition where wrist bones misalign, causing pain, discomfort, and reduced hand function and stability.
Arthritis
Degenerative joint disease-causing pain, swelling, and limited movement in hands and wrists, and typically increases with age.
Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist, and Hand Fractures
Treatment of severe arm injuries involving bones, muscles, and joints, aiming to restore function through surgical reconstruction.
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
A painful condition of the elbow caused by overuse, leading to inflammation and tenderness outside the elbow.
Trigger Finger
This condition restricts finger movement, causing the finger to lock or catch before snapping straight.
Post Traumatic Reconstruction
Aims to repair physical damage caused by traumatic injuries, restoring both form and function.
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
Pediatric Trauma
TFCC Tears
