Hand & Wrist Surgery
The hand and wrist play a vital role in nearly everything we do, from working and caring for loved ones to enjoying hobbies and daily activities. When injury, pain, or disease affects these complex structures, expert care is essential to restore function and quality of life.
At St. Bernards Healthcare, our Hand & Wrist Surgery team provides comprehensive surgical care for conditions affecting the bones, joints, tendons, nerves and soft tissues of the hand and upper extremity. Using advanced surgical techniques and a patient-centered approach, we focus on relieving pain, restoring movement and helping patients return to daily life as safely and quickly as possible.
Conditions & Treatments
Joint Replacement & Arthritis Care
Our hand and wrist surgeons provide advanced surgical options for patients experiencing pain, stiffness, and loss of function due to arthritis or joint degeneration. These procedures are designed to relieve pain, restore motion and improve quality of life.
- Thumb carpometacarpal (CMC) joint arthroplasty
- Prosthetic joint replacement for finger MCP and PIP joints
- Treatment for osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis of the hand and wrist
Work-Related & Repetitive Strain Injuries
Repetitive motion and occupational demands can lead to chronic pain and functional limitations in the hand, wrist and forearm. Our team offers comprehensive evaluation and treatment options, including both non-surgical and surgical care.
- Trigger finger
- De Quervain’s tenosynovitis
- Epicondylitis (tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow)
Trauma & Reconstructive Surgery
Our surgeons are experienced in treating complex traumatic injuries of the hand and wrist, restoring both form and function following injury.
- Fractures and dislocations of the hand and wrist
- Tendon injuries and repairs
Degenerative & Chronic Conditions
We treat progressive and long-standing conditions that affect hand and wrist function, helping reduce pain, improve mobility and slow further deterioration when possible.
Trauma & Reconstruction
Our team provides expert care for traumatic injuries of the hand and wrist, including fractures, dislocations, and complex injuries requiring reconstruction.
- Fractures and dislocations of the hand and wrist
- Tendon injuries and repairs
- Reconstructive surgery following trauma
Microsurgery
Advanced microsurgical techniques allow for precise repair and reconstruction of delicate structures within the hand and wrist.
- Replantation procedures
- Flap surgery and composite tissue transfers
- Digital reattachments
- Vascular and nerve reconstruction
Nerve & Functional Restoration
When nerve or tendon damage affects hand function, specialized procedures may be used to restore movement, strength, and sensation.
- Compression syndromes and peripheral nerve entrapments
- Peripheral nerve transfers
- Tendon transfers for functional restoration
Congenital & Developmental Disorders
We diagnose and treat congenital and developmental conditions of the hand and wrist, including Dupuytren’s contracture, with the goal of improving alignment, movement, and function.
Soft Tissue Conditions & Infections
Our surgeons manage a range of soft tissue conditions and infections of the hand and wrist, providing timely intervention to help prevent long-term complications.
Advanced Surgical Expertise, Close to Home
Hand and wrist surgery requires precision, experience and specialized training. At St. Bernards, patients benefit from advanced surgical capabilities delivered close to home, supported by a multidisciplinary care team that may include physical and occupational therapy for recovery and rehabilitation.
From initial evaluation through post-surgical care, our goal is to help patients regain strength, mobility, and confidence so they can return to the activities that matter most.
