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If this is a medical emergency, dial 911 immediately or visit one of IBJI’s OrthoAccess Immediate Care locations.
The most qualified doctors to see for hand or wrist pain are orthopedic specialists trained in wrist and hand care.
They have extensive knowledge and experience in treating wrist and hand conditions and injuries to provide every patient with the best diagnosis and treatment plan.
Conditions, Disorders, and Injuries
IBJI’s wrist and hand care specialists understand the many causes of hand and wrist pain and dysfunction. They will listen to your concerns and provide a thorough, comprehensive exam to diagnose your hand or wrist condition and put you on a path to healing.
Causes of Hand Pain
- Acquired Differences
- Animal Bites
- Arthritis: Base of the Thumb
- Arthritis: MCP Joint
- Arthritis: Osteoarthritis
- Arthritis: Rheumatoid
- Brachial Plexus Injury
- Broken Fingers
- Burns
- Carpal Instability
- Chronic Hand Pain
- Congenital Differences
- Cumulative Trauma Disorder
- Diabetes-Related Issues
- De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis
- Dislocated Finger
- Extra Fingers (Polydactyly)
- Finger Fractures
- Ganglion Cysts
- Gout
- Hand Fractures
- Hand Inflammation
- Joint Stiffness
- Ligament Injuries
- Lupus
- Mommy Thumb
- Nerve Injuries
- Nursemaid’s Thumb
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
- Raynaud’s Phenomenon
- Repetitive Strains
- Scaphoid Fractures
- Scleroderma
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis
- Tendonitis
- Texting Thumb
- Thumb Sprains
- Traumatic Injuries
- Trigger Finger
- Trigger Thumb
Causes of Wrist Pain
- Animal Bites
- Arthritis: Osteoarthritis
- Arthritis: Rheumatoid
- Brachial Plexus Injury
- Broken Wrist
- Burns
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Chronic Wrist Pain
- Congenital Differences
- Cumulative Trauma Disorder
- Diabetes-Related Issues
- De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis
- Dupuytren’s Contracture
- Extensor Tendon Injuries
- Flexor Tendon Injuries
- Ganglion Cysts
- Kienbock’s Disease
- Mother’s Wrist
- Nerve Compression
- Nerve Injuries
- Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
- Repetitive Strain
- Torn Connective Tissues
- Torn Muscles
- Traumatic Injuries
- Wrist Fractures
- Wrist Instability
- Wrist Sprains
- Wrist Tendonitis
Wrist and Hand Treatments
IBJI’s wrist and hand care specialists are trained in advanced surgical and non-surgical treatments. They will work with you to develop a wrist or hand health care plan that treats your condition or injury while considering your personal needs and lifestyle.
Non-Surgical
- Acupuncture
- Bracing
- Casting
- Immediate Care
- Functional Rehabilitation
- Hand Therapy
- Heat/Ice
- Imaging (MRIs and CT scans)
- Immediate Care
- Injections
- Massage Therapy
- NSAIDs and Steroids
- Nutrition Counseling
- Occupational Therapy
- Pain Management
- Prosthetics
- Splints
- Weight Loss Assistance
Surgical
- Carpal Tunnel Release
- Closed Reduction and Fixation
- Dupuytren’s Contracture Release
- Fasciotomy
- Ganglion Cyst Excision
- Joint Reconstruction
- Nerve Repair
- Replantation
- Skin Flaps
- Skin Grafts
- Surgical Drainage (Debridement)
- Tendon Repair
- Tendon Transfer
- Tendonitis Surgery
- Thumb Basilar (CMC) Joint Arthroplasty
- Trigger Finger Release
- Wrist Arthroscopy
- Wrist Fusion
FAQs About Wrist and Hand Care
What Is Hand Surgery?
When there’s a problem in your hand that’s causing pain or making it difficult to do everyday tasks—and non-surgical treatments haven’t helped—you may need hand surgery to repair the problem.
Depending on your condition, your hand surgeon may do a procedure on the tissues or bones of your hand. At IBJI, many of our surgeries are performed in an outpatient setting to provide optimal comfort and convenience. Our surgery centers are equipped with state-of-the-art technology for advanced hand care, treating fractures, dislocations, and traumatic injuries to tendons, nerves, or vessels.
Why Visit a Hand and Upper Extremity Surgeon?
A surgeon trained in hand care and upper extremity problems is the most qualified to diagnose your condition and recommend appropriate treatment options.
These surgeons specialize in disorders and injuries of the hand and wrist, including:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Wrist Pain
- Cuts on the Fingers and Hand
- Sports Injuries to the Hand and Wrist
- Broken Bones in the Hand and Wrist
Visiting a hand and upper extremity surgeon doesn’t necessarily mean they will recommend surgery. They will typically want to try non-surgical treatment options first or will refer you to a hand therapist.
What Is Hand Therapy?
Hand therapy can help you regain the use of your hand after an injury, surgery, or at the onset of a disease. A specially-trained hand therapist provides treatments and exercises to help rehabilitate and heal your hand for optimal function and pain relief.
Can a Hand Doctor Treat My Wrist?
Yes, hand doctors are trained in both hand and wrist health. IBJI hand surgeons treat injuries and conditions of the hand, wrist, or forearm. Many experts in wrist and hand care also treat disorders and injuries of the elbow and shoulder. They can perform surgery when needed or recommend the appropriate non-invasive treatments to help you heal.
Can Diabetic Neuropathy Cause Hand Pain?
Yes, certain types of diabetic neuropathy can cause hand pain, depending on which nerves are affected. Peripheral neuropathy is the most common type of diabetic neuropathy and starts by affecting the feet and legs first, followed by the hands and arms. Symptoms are often worse at night. If you think you may have diabetic neuropathy, it’s essential to consult your doctor.
Related Resources
Check out this collection of videos for more information about some of the most common problems diagnosed and treated by IBJI’s wrist and hand care specialists.
