Hand & Wrist
The Hand & Wrist
Your hands and wrists help you complete complicated daily activities. These structures have intricate mechanics built by many bones, joints, tendons, ligaments, muscles, and nerves to perform tasks with precision and dexterity. At times, however, injuries and conditions can develop, compromising functionality and comfort.
The fellowship-trained hand and upper extremity doctors at Southern Oregon Orthopedics, located in Medford and Grants Pass, Oregon, specialize in diagnosing and treating a wide range of hand and wrist conditions.
Do I Need to See a Hand & Wrist Expert?
When any of the structures in your hand or wrist have damage from an injury or disease, it can cause persistent pain and limit what you can do physically.
If rest and over-the-counter medications aren’t enough to relieve persistent hand or wrist pain, you should schedule an appointment at Southern Oregon Orthopedics. Our hand and upper extremity doctors also recommend getting an evaluation for hand or wrist pain if you lose mobility.
Signs you should seek help from a hand and wrist specialist include:
- Hand weakness or clumsiness
- Limited hand function or wrist mobility
- Numbness or tingling in the thumb, index, middle, or ring fingers
- Pain or discomfort that may radiate up the arm
- Persistent finger, hand, or wrist stiffness or pain
Hand and upper extremity pain can arise from various conditions, including:
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- De Quervain’s syndrome
- Fractures and other injuries
- Osteoarthritis
- Trigger finger
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How Can I Get a Diagnosis & Treatment for My Hand or Wrist Condition?
Southern Oregon Orthopedics offers on-site digital X-rays, MRI scans, CT scans, ultrasound, and other diagnostic imaging tests to evaluate the structures of your hand and wrist. Our fellowship-trained hand surgeons provide high-quality, specialty care diagnosing and treating problems of the hand and wrist. They can identify arthritis, fractures, and other conditions and customize a treatment plan to help you heal.
Treatment options for hand and wrist conditions may include:
Nonsurgical Approaches:
- Anti-inflammatory medications
- Bracing and splinting
- Corticosteroid injections
- Physical therapy
- Rest and activity modifications
Surgical Options:
- Carpal tunnel release
- Trigger finger release
- De Quervain’s release
- Fracture repair
Our fellowship-trained hand and upper extremity surgeons at Southern Oregon Orthopedics prioritize nonsurgical interventions before considering surgical options. Our hand and wrist specialists will always explore conservative treatments before recommending surgery.
In cases of surgical treatment, our hand and wrist surgeons have the expertise to perform the surgery you need with the highest level of skill and care. We also offer comprehensive presurgical and postsurgical rehabilitation programs to enhance recovery.
World-Class Hand & Wrist Care at Southern Oregon Orthopedics
The doctors at Southern Oregon Orthopedics are specialty-trained experts in their fields of bone, joint, and muscle care. Our specialized hand and upper extremity doctors have extensive training and experience in diagnosing and treating hand and wrist conditions. With a commitment to exploring nonsurgical options first, they ensure personalized care for each patient, incorporating advanced surgical techniques when necessary.
If you are experiencing hand or wrist problems, don't hesitate to seek expert care at Southern Oregon Orthopedics. For the highest degree of specialized hand and upper extremity care, schedule an appointment in Medford or Grants Pass by calling (541) 779-6250 or requesting an appointment online today.
Our Orthopedic Outpatient Center is designed for you and your treatment needs and comfort. From check-in to your recovery room, our state-of-the-art facility is tailored to the specialized care for the orthopedic patient, all with the highest standards of safety and quality care. Experience exceptional surgical care at our Orthopedic Outpatient Center.
2780 E Barnett Road, Suite 200
Medford, OR 97504