subject: Brown Hand Center Specialists Can Diagnose All Forms Of Hand Conditions [print this page] For those experiencing pain in your hand, you likely have performed research on your own, in an effort to narrow down the source of the pain you have experienced. While every individuals pain is not the same, there are some common symptoms that can all point to a common condition. In the event that you are experiencing symptoms such as pain, tingling, numbness, swelling, and have a pins and needles sensation, it may be a sign that you are suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome. Carpal tunnel syndrome is the number one cause of hand and wrist pain, and is the number one reason individuals call hand surgeons throughout the country in order to receive a diagnosis.
Carpal tunnel can be painful for those experiencing it, but it is important to know that an accurate diagnosis needs to be determined prior to the start of any treatment. It is sometimes difficult for a hand surgeon to properly diagnosis hand conditions at first, due to the large amounts of bones, tendons, ligaments, and muscles contained in the hand. Pain and swelling may be the symptom of carpal tunnel syndrome, but also may be the sign of arthritis, tendonitis, a wrist sprain, strain, or recent trauma. Obviously, the hand surgeon will need to be 100% confident in their diagnosis prior to treatment, to ensure the correct treatment is administered. If you are suffering from a simple wrist sprain, you would obviously not want your hand surgeon to consider carpal tunnel release surgery.
Once you visit a hand specialist for the first time to start treatment, your hand surgeon will begin with a series of diagnostic tests that will enable him a better understanding of what is happening with your hand. X-rays are a terrific source of diagnostic testing, as it provides a picture of the specific areas that are affected. A CT scan, MRI, X-ray, and nerve test are also outstanding technical testing that will assist in the area of diagnosing.
Depending upon the severity of your carpal tunnel treatment, your hand surgeon may likely prescribe strengthening exercises which are aimed at working the muscles and tendons that are affected, while at the same time helping to receive the pressure of the nerve. Treatment with a physical therapist may be needed in order to complete these strengthening exercises, or they may be done in the comfort of your own home, should your hand surgeon recommend it.
Hand, micro vascular, and orthopedic surgeons specializing in treating bone, joint, soft tissue difficulties involving the shoulder, arm, wrist and hand - including Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS), tennis elbow, arthritis, and more. Our proven procedures are supported by exemplary medical professionalism and patient care. Developers of the patented Brown Procedure(expired) for endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) treatment.
