Hand & Upper Extremity Injuries

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Combining the latest technology with subspecialty expertise, the hand and upper extremity surgeons at NorthShore provide the highest quality care to children and adults for the full spectrum of injuries and disorders.

NorthShore's dedicated Hand and Upper Extremity team features not only technical specialization, but also excellence in nursing, anesthesia and all aspects of operative care, all for the benefit of our patients. We offer a broad range of interventions, from complex microsurgery to the latest, innovative minimally invasive treatments and our vast experience includes both common and more complex upper extremity and hand injuries. Our team provides a multidisciplinary, patient-centered approach, and we are committed to individual needs and ensuring the best outcomes.

The upper extremity consists of the shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand. Problems in these areas can be the result of injury, disease or repetitive motion and are increasingly common. The hand, and indeed the entire upper extremity, is critically dependent upon precise anatomical relationships where even a seemingly innocuous problem can upset the delicate biomechanical balance necessary for normal, pain-free function. Without appropriate treatment for hand and upper extremity injuries, even a mild disorder of the upper-extremity can significantly impair quality of life.

Hand and Upper Extremity Care

We provide sophisticated care for the full spectrum of upper extremity and hand injuries along with other diseases, including:

• Fractures (from the shoulder to the fingers)
• Joint Dislocations
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Duputyren's Disease
• Tendon Lacerations
• Trigger Finger
• Infections
• Nerve Injuries
• Sprains and Tendinitis
• Congenital Differences
• Vascular Disorders
• Osteoarthritis (affecting the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder  - including total joint replacement)
• Growths and Tumors
• Soft Tissue Coverage
• Burns and Frostbite Injuries
• Rheumatoid Arthritis

Hand and Upper Extremity Treatment Options

Our surgical and non-surgical solutions encompass an entire spectrum of options, often starting with less invasive choices first. For those hand and upper extremity conditions that do require surgery, we can often offer less invasive techniques and also can provide a full range of therapy services to facilitate the fastest possible recovery with the best functional outcome.

For More Information

If you are interested in learning more about hand and upper extremity surgery or to request a consultation, please call 847.866.7846 or fill out the consultation request form.