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hand & elbow
Hands and elbows are critical to our daily lives. Yet, they also are prone to injury and disease. At the Orthopaedic Institute, our physicians specialize in the evaluation and treatment of injuries and musculoskeletal disorders of the hand, fingers, wrist, elbow, and arm. Our specialists regularly treat fractures, sprains, carpal tunnel syndrome, tennis elbow, and many other conditions to help ease pain and restore the strength, function and flexibility needed for daily activity.
Problems in these areas can arise from a variety of causes including arthritis, acute traumatic injuries, and nerve compression. When problems are present in the upper extremities, strength and fine motor skills are affected. Symptoms vary with each specific situation. Yet, generally speaking, your hand or elbow may need medical attention, if:
- It hurts intensely.
- You have reduced range of motion or stiffness.
- Bruising or swelling occur near it.
Our doctors are able to evaluate each patient and recommend care that best fits his or her situation. In some cases, rest and specialized physical therapy can help a patient. Sometimes surgery is the only answer. Our hand, wrist and elbow surgeons carefully choose the procedure best-suited to any given medical situation. Whenever possible, they rely on minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery, which results in less pain and quicker recoveries than open incision procedures.
Dr. Ernesto Luciano-Perez, an orthopaedic specialist with Virginia Orthopaedic & Spine Specialists, sees a lot of elbow and back pain as a result of improper grip techniques. Whether you're a construction worker or an avid tennis player, Dr. Luciano-Perez explains the latest treatment options available at the Bon Secours Orthopaedic Institute for those suffering from elbow pain.
