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Wrist & Hand
There are two differentiating
factors that set humans apart from other animals;
our highly developed brains, and our hands. With
our hands, we are able grasp, and manipulate
objects, allowing us to write, play an instrument,
type on a keyboard and perform countless other
tasks. Our hands also contain a significant number
of nerve endings which give us the sense of touch.
Because our hands are in
constant motion, reaching, grasping, carrying and
releasing, they can be exposed to a number of
dangers and mishaps. We also can use our hands to
protect ourselves by shielding potentially dangerous
objects, and even breaking falls. Due to this
protective mechanism, the bones of the hand and
wrist are fractured quite often. In addition to
these dangers the hands are susceptible to cuts,
abrasions and burns that can result in damaged
tendons, nerves, or even lead to infection.
We use our hands and wrists a
lot. Therefore, they are also often susceptible to
overuse injuries, such as
tendonitis and
carpal tunnel syndrome. Problems can
also occur in the muscles and joints and hands can
also be affected by normal wear and tear on the
joints resulting in arthritis. Sometimes problems
can arise from other medical conditions such as
diabetes or pregnancy.
At Tennessee
Orthopedics, our specialists are
trained to diagnose and treat all types of
hand and wrist problems, and have
extensive experience in the delicate procedures
required to relieve hand pain and to preserve or
restore normal function to the hands and
wrists. Our physicians have achieved the highest
level of training in caring for the hand and wrist,
which maximizes our ability to provide you with
outstanding, state-of-the-art care.
Wrist & Hand – Problems
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Tendonitis
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Bursitis
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Tenosynovitis
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Carpal tunnel syndrome
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Dupuytren's contracture
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Trigger finger
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Lumps & bumps
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Wrist fractures
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Hand fractures
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Infections
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Arthritis
Wrist & Hand – Treatments
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