A broad range of injuries and disorders can affect the hand and upper extremities, such as carpal tunnel syndrome, fractures, and trigger finger. Our Nashville and Franklin hand doctors provide comprehensive care for adolescents and adults. To find complete hand treatment near you, call or book online today.
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.
Orthopedic hand and upper extremity specialists are experts 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.
The expert 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:
They also treat many shoulder conditions, including rotator cuff tears, shoulder dislocation, and instability.
The hand and upper extremities 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).
Elite's orthopedic hand 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, surgery may be necessary. The Nashville hand surgeons at Elite Sports Medicine and Orthopedics use minimally invasive surgical techniques whenever possible.
They specialize in the full spectrum of hand and upper extremity procedures, including:
Our wrists, fingers, arms, and hands are vital to many of our everyday activities, from typing on the computer to eating meals. When you have upper extremity pain that hinders your life, get in touch with a specialist at Elite Sports Medicine and Orthopedics.
Our doctors develop plans to relieve pain through physical therapy, medication, and surgery if necessary. We will examine your symptoms with advanced technology and create a course of action to start the healing process.
Although sometimes ice, elevation, or over-the-counter medications and braces can alleviate some of your pain, a licensed professional can help with more severe and long-lasting issues. Call Elite Sports Medicine + Orthopedics today for more information. You can also book an appointment online with one of our hand specialists in Nashville, Tennessee, for complete hand and upper extremities pain care.
Our Hand and Upper Extremity Specialists
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