Orthopaedic Hand and Wrist Specialists Serving the Greater Philadelphia Area

The Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center’s doctors and surgeons have pioneered advanced techniques, devices, and rehabilitation programs for patients who want to maximize function in their hands and wrists, minimize pain, and achieve truly great results.

The human hand and wrist are complex structures made up of bones, muscles, tendons, and nerves that all work together to allow you to perform countless everyday tasks, from typing an email and buttoning a shirt to gripping a tennis racket and lifting your child. Because these parts are so interconnected, even a small injury to your hand or wrist can cause pain, limit movement, or make it difficult to complete simple daily activities. Fortunately, there’s a way to overcome these limitations.

At the Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center, our team of orthopaedic hand and wrist specialists works to restore both comfort and function. Whether you’re dealing with arthritis, a sports injury, a fracture, or a chronic condition, we provide personalized care designed to help you achieve maximum recovery. With a combination of advanced diagnostic tools, non-surgical therapies, and surgical expertise, our doctors will work with you to create a treatment plan that gets you back to doing the things you love.

If you’re struggling with pain, stiffness, or weakness in your hands or wrists, don’t wait for the problem to get worse. Schedule an appointment today with one of our wrist and hand surgery specialists in the Greater Philadelphia area.

Specific Hand and Wrist Conditions / Injuries We Treat

Arthritis
Baseball Finger
Basilar Joint Arthritis (Thumb)
Buckle Fractures
Carpal Avascular Necrosis
Carpal Instability
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Crush Injury
Cysts and Tumors
DeQuervain's Tendinitis
Dislocations
Distal Radial Ulnar Joint Injury (DRUJ)
Dupuytren's Contracture
Extensor Tendon Injuries
Flexor Tendon Injuries
Fractures
Ganglion Cyst
Guyon's Canal Syndrome (Ulnar Nerve Entrapment)
Hook of Hamate Pain
Hypothenar Hammer Syndrome
Kienbock's Disease
Ligament Sprains / Strains / Tears
Mucous Cyst
Nailbed Injuries
Navicular Avascular Necrosis
Osteoarthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Tendinitis
Tendon Injuries
Tenosynovitis
Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex Tear (TFCC)
Trigger Finger
Wrist Sprain / Strain
Wrist Synovitis

We Review Treatment Options Together to Make the Best Decision

When it comes to hand and wrist conditions, every patient’s situation is unique, and our specialists are committed to listening to your concerns, reviewing diagnostic results, and walking you through your treatment options step by step.

Imaging tests such as X-rays, MRIs, or ultrasounds may be used to pinpoint the source of your pain. Our doctors then take the time to explain the risks, benefits, and potential outcomes of each treatment option. This collaborative approach ensures you’re comfortable with your care plan and confident in your next steps.

Whether you need treatment for an injury, chronic condition, or degenerative disease, you can trust we’ll help you make the best decision for your specific needs and lifestyle. We’ll then provide end-to-end care, from the most advanced surgical procedures (including reconstruction, transplants, minimally invasive options, and more) to therapy and rehabilitation.

Non-Surgical Hand & Wrist Treatment Options

Surgery isn’t always necessary for effective relief. In fact, many hand and wrist issues respond well to non-invasive treatments. For example, depending on your diagnosis, we may recommend:

Splinting or Bracing: A custom-fit splint or brace can immobilize the injured area, reduce strain, and promote healing.
Physical or Occupational Therapy: Targeted exercises can improve mobility, restore strength, and help you regain dexterity. Our therapists can also teach you strategies to protect your hands and wrists during daily activities.
Medications: Anti-inflammatory drugs or corticosteroid injections may be prescribed to reduce swelling and provide short- or long-term pain relief.
Activity Modification: For repetitive strain injuries or overuse syndromes, adjusting how you perform certain activities can dramatically improve symptoms.

By focusing on conservative treatment first, our hand and wrist pain doctors in the Greater Philadelphia area often help patients avoid surgery while still achieving long-lasting relief.

Wrist & Hand Surgery

If non-surgical methods do not resolve the issue (or if the injury is too severe), surgery may be the most effective way to restore function. Our orthopaedic surgeons are leaders in hand and wrist procedures, using both traditional and minimally invasive techniques to reduce recovery time and maximize results.

Common surgeries we perform include:

Carpal Tunnel Release: Relieves pressure on the median nerve to eliminate pain, tingling, and numbness in the hand and fingers.
Trigger Finger Release: Corrects painful locking or catching of a finger or thumb.
Fracture Repair: Stabilizes broken bones in the hand or wrist with pins, plates, or screws.
Tendon & Nerve Repair: Reconstructs damaged soft tissue to restore function and sensation.
Arthritis Surgery: May include joint fusion, joint replacement, or removal of damaged tissue, depending on severity.

Our surgeons are specialists in treating chronic conditions and traumatic injuries, as well as performing complex microscopic nerve repairs, tendon transfers, and hand/finger replantations. In short, if it's being done, we're doing it. In fact, we are a leading national educator for advanced surgical techniques, and patients routinely travel from across North America for consultation by our skilled hand surgery specialists.

Signs It’s Time to Visit a Hand or Wrist Pain Doctor

Because we rely on our hands and wrists constantly, it can be tempting to ignore pain, hoping it will resolve itself on its own. And while minor aches and sprains often do resolve with rest, some symptoms require more specialized attention to keep from worsening over time. For this reason, you should consider making an appointment with one of our specialists for wrist pain or hand injury treatment if you experience any of the following:

Persistent pain that lasts more than a few days or interferes with daily activities
Swelling, stiffness, or weakness in your hand or wrist
Difficulty gripping objects or performing tasks like buttoning clothes, typing, or opening jars
Tingling, numbness, or burning sensations in your fingers or hand
A visible deformity following an injury, such as a crooked finger or swollen wrist
Loss of range of motion, or a hand or wrist that “locks up” unexpectedly

Find Relief & Reclaim Control of Your Hands & Wrists

Living with hand or wrist pain doesn’t have to be your new normal. At the Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center, our orthopaedic specialists are here to help you discover a path forward, one that alleviates pain, restores mobility, and improves your quality of life. Whether your discomfort is caused by arthritis, a sports injury, carpal tunnel syndrome, or another condition, we’ll provide the expertise and compassionate care you deserve.

Get in touch with our doctors in Greater Philadelphia today to schedule a consultation. We’ll show you how our wrist pain and hand injury treatment options can help you regain function so you can get back to work, enjoy your favorite hobbies, and embrace every aspect of life without pain.