Hand & Upper Extremity Specialist in Rochester, NY
Hand, Wrist, Elbow & Shoulder Care for Adults & Children
Greater Rochester Orthopaedics provides care for children and adults with conditions affecting the entire upper extremity—from common hand problems and routine shoulder conditions to complex injuries. Treatment is tailored to each patient’s needs, activity level and goals.
Treatment options range from endoscopic carpal or cubital tunnel release and shoulder arthroscopy to shoulder replacement and complex reconstruction. Advanced techniques may include internal brace ligament repair for athletes, PRP injections, the KeriTouch CMC1 implant and ANAFAB for complex reconstruction. Joint-sparing options, such as denervation for thumb arthritis, may also be considered.
From hand and wrist procedures to shoulder arthroscopy and replacement, patients receive care tailored to their condition and goals—with options designed to help them return to the activities that matter to them.
Conditions treated include:
- Hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder fractures and traumatic injuries
- Rotator cuff and other sports injuries
- Tendon and ligament tears
- Carpal and cubital tunnel syndrome
- Arthritis of the thumb, wrist and shoulder
- Dupuytren’s contracture, trigger finger and ganglion cysts
- Wrist instability, TFCC tears and tennis elbow
- Pediatric hand and upper extremity injuries
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
It’s Care That Keeps You Moving
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