Hand / Upper Extremities

Stealth Pain

Afflictions of the hand, forearm, elbow and shoulder can be devastating. Inability to work and play, lower productivity, constant frustration and depression are just a few of the side effects. Our hand and upper extremities specialist is fellowship trained in hand surgery. He has extensive experience with chronic problems such as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome as well as emergency procedures for fractures, compound fractures, traumatic amputations, nerve reattachment and more.

Minimally Invasive Treatment

Some treatment plans might include blood tests to confirm a diagnosis for a chronic problem. Studies of nerve functions such as electromyography (EMG) or nerve conduction testing (NCT) can also help confirm a diagnosis. Actual treatment might involve activity modification, wrist splints or slings, and injection of anti-inflammatory steroids. Depending on the type of injury, physical therapy might be indicated. If required, surgery is performed either under a local or general anesthetic.

Meet our hand and upper extremities surgeon:

Eric E. Young, M.D.

Hand Topics

Carpal Tunnel
Dupuytren's Contractures
Ganglion Cyst
Hand Arthritis