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Elite's orthopedic hand specialist Nashville doctors create a personalized treatment plan for your specific needs.  Treatment for hand and upper extremities conditions usually begins with conservative methods, such as medications to control pain and reduce inflammation. Physical therapy, stretching, and strengthening exercises can also help. If conservative treatment doesn’t adequately relieve your pain and symptoms, [...]

The hand specialist Nashville team at Elite Sports Medicine and Orthopedics reviews your symptoms and medical history and performs a thorough physical exam.  To confirm a diagnosis and determine the most effective treatment approach, they may take on-site diagnostic tests, like an X-ray or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan or nerve conduction study (NCS).

The expert hand specialist Nashville team at Elite Sports Medicine and Orthopedics provides sophisticated care for the full range of injuries and diseases that affect the hand and upper extremities, including: Ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) injuries: The ligament on the inside of your elbow becomes torn or inflamed. Lateral and medial epicondylitis (tennis elbow and golfer’s [...]

Orthopedic hand specialist Nashville experts specialize in treating shoulder, arm, elbow, wrist, and hand conditions. These hand doctors complete an additional year of education called a fellowship where they focus only on these areas of the body. These experienced specialists can make informed decisions on your care.

In orthopedic medicine, the upper extremities consist of the limbs and joints at the top of your body, including the shoulder, arm, elbow, wrist, and hand. Injuries and illnesses that affect the hand and upper extremities can cause pain and difficulty during daily activities, like getting dressed in the morning and preparing food.