Expert Hand, Wrist, and Elbow Care in Central Ohio
Offering State-of-the-Art Non-Surgical, Surgical & Rehabilitation Treatments for Hand, Wrist and Elbow.
At OrthoAlliance, our orthopedic experts understand how vital it is for you to have healthy hands, wrists, and elbows. They must function correctly and without pain so you can achieve your most basic needs and perform complex and delicate movements.
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About Hand, Wrist and Elbow
In each of your hands, including the wrists, you have 27 bones, 27 joints, 34 muscles, and over 100 ligaments and tendons.
This complex and delicate musculoskeletal network allows you to perform fine motor movements such as picking up and grasping small items, buttoning shirts, and typing.
The elbow joint is a complex hinge joint formed between the distal end of the humerus in the upper arm and the proximal ends of the ulna and radius in the forearm.
A network of ligaments and tendons support your elbow, connecting your muscles to the bones and providing stability. The elbow allows a wide range of movement including flexing, extending, and twisting your arm.
Common Problems
Hand, Wrist, & Thumb Arthritis
The hand, thumb, and wrist are comprised of dozens of bones, and the ends of these bones are covered with a thin layer of cartilage that helps the bones glide smoothly when using the hands or wrist.
Arthritis causes inflammation within the joints as well as deterioration of the cartilage within the joints. As the cartilage deteriorates, the bones may begin to rub together.
Hand, thumb, or wrist arthritis can be the result of the aging process, repeated injuries to the hand or wrist, as well as genetic factors.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common condition that is caused by a compressed nerve that begins in the forearm and runs through the wrist and hand.
This nerve is known as the median nerve, and it travels under the transverse carpal ligament of the wrist on its way through the thumb, index, middle, and part of the ring finger.
Sometimes, pressure can build up in the space between the ligament and the nerve.
Trigger Finger Syndrome
Trigger finger is a condition caused by inflammation and enlargement of the tendons that pull the fingers towards the palm of the hand.
A locking, catching, or popping of the finger when trying to straighten it are key signs of trigger finger syndrome. It is also common to have the finger appear in the locked or curled position throughout the day.
Dupuytren’s Contracture
Dupuytren’s disease is characterized by the thickening of tissue in the hand.
As the fascia found beneath the skin thickens and tightens, hard, visible knots form in the palm of the hand. These are known as Dupuytren’s contractures.
Wrist Sprain
The wrist consists of several small bones connected by a number of small ligaments.
A sprain occurs when one or more of these ligaments is overstretched. The usual mechanism of injury is due to an impact or fall onto the outstretched hand.
Patients who sustain a wrist sprain may experience the following symptoms:
Swelling
Bruising
Pain and tenderness in the wrist
Difficulty grasping or holding objects
If you sustain a wrist sprain, it is important to contact one of the Board Certified Hand and Wrist Specialists at OrthoAlliance to determine the severity of the sprain.
Improper rest and continuing activity can cause the sprain to progress in severity.
Tennis and Golfer’s Elbow
Golfer’s elbow and tennis elbow are commonly used terms to describe inflammation of the tendons on the inside and outside of the elbow due to repetitive strain or stress on the tendon.
Despite what the names may suggest, golfer’s elbow and tennis elbow are more common in those whose jobs require repetitive motion of the arm and grasping than it is in athletes.
In fact, contractors, plumbers, painters, and other laborers are among the most commonly affected by these conditions.
The one major difference between golfers’ elbow and tennis elbow is where on the elbow the injury occurs.
Golfer’s elbow – This is also known as medial epicondylitis and affects the tendons on the inside of the elbow.
Tennis elbow – This is also known as lateral epicondylitis and affects the tendons on the outside of the elbow.
Elbow Popping
In many cases, your elbow pops are harmless and due to cavitation.
You have fluid-filled sacs in your joints. When you change positions suddenly, it changes the pressure and volume, releasing gas bubbles.
Medical professionals don’t know if it’s the formation or collapse of those bubbles that cause cracking or popping sounds.
However, if you have elbow pain, as well as popping, it could be a sign of a more serious issue that might need medical attention.
OrthoAlliance Hand, Wrist & Elbow Specialists
* Fellowship Trained in Hand, Elbow, or Upper Extremity
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OrthoNeuro
JIS Orthopedics
Orthopaedic Associates of Zanesville
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Our Partner Locations
OrthoAlliance is a network of top orthopedic practices with expert clinicians and best-in-class orthopedic care. Together, our focus is on providing each patient with compassionate, patient-centered, and exceptional comprehensive care.
With OrthoAlliance, you’re connected to our integrated orthopedic network with comprehensive, efficient, and patient-centric care. That includes Central Ohio-area practices with more than 50 orthopedic and musculoskeletal specialists as well as 70+ physicians in more than a dozen orthopedic practices across Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana.
