Arm, Wrist, Hand & Elbow Care

Cutting-edge treatment from Houston Methodist’s Orthopedic & Sports Medicine surgeons.

The Expertise to Keep You in Motion

Every part of your arms — from your hands to your wrists to your elbows — helps you connect with others and thrive in both athletic and everyday activities. If you’ve experienced an injury or pain that won’t go away, or if you’ve lost function in your hands and arms, our Houston Methodist hand surgeons will get you moving again with a customized treatment plan based on your needs.
 
Our specialists know how to treat specific arm and hand conditions using the correct procedures. This means that whatever your unique injury or situation, we likely have the expertise and experience to treat you. 

Treatments We Provide for Upper Extremity Conditions

We offer a wide range of treatments performed by some of the best hand surgeons in Houston, Texas. Specific treatments include:

Arm Treatments

• Nerve and vessel injury repair: Surgical intervention to repair damaged nerves and blood vessels in the arm.
• Tumor removal: Surgical removal of benign or malignant tumors from the arm.

Elbow Treatments

• Bicep tendon injury repair: Surgical repair of a torn or damaged bicep tendon.
• Bursitis treatment: Procedures to reduce inflammation and pain in the elbow bursa.
• Elbow dislocation repair: Realignment and stabilization of a dislocated elbow joint.
• Osteochondritis Dissecans treatment: Treatment for a condition affecting bone and cartilage in the elbow.
• Tennis elbow (epicondylitis) treatment: Procedures to relieve pain and inflammation from overuse of elbow tendons.
• De Quervain’s tendonitis surgery: Surgery to relieve pain and inflammation in the thumb tendons.
• Dupuytren’s contracture release: Surgical correction of a hand condition causing fingers to bend towards the palm.
• Excision of benign hand tumors: Removal of non-cancerous growths from the hand.
• Fracture fixation: Surgical stabilization of broken bones in the hand.
• Ganglion cyst removal: Excision of fluid-filled cysts from the hand or wrist.
• Replantation microsurgery: Reattachment of severed fingers or hands using microsurgical techniques.
• Rheumatoid hand repair (joint arthroplasty): Surgery to repair joints damaged by rheumatoid arthritis.
• Thumb arthritis surgery: Surgical treatment to alleviate pain and restore function in arthritic thumbs.
• Trigger finger release surgery: Procedure to release a locked or stuck finger tendon.

Wrist Treatments

• Arthroscopic surgery: Minimally invasive surgery using an arthroscope to diagnose and treat wrist problems.
• Carpal tunnel syndrome and cubital tunnel release: Procedures to relieve pressure on nerves in the wrist and elbow.

Experienced Specialists in Upper Extremity Care

Our board-certified team of orthopedic surgeons specializes in treating conditions of the arm, wrist, hand and elbow. Our doctors tailor treatment plans to your unique needs, ensuring you regain mobility and functionality. To achieve the most accurate prognosis, our hand surgery specialists use the latest diagnostic tools, including musculoskeletal ultrasounds that show your injury in real time and bone scans that monitor your bone quality as you heal. 

Therapies and Surgeries for Arms, Wrists, Hands & Elbows

Our orthopedic specialists treat each case individually and comprehensively. When it comes to conditions of the hands, arms, wrists and elbows, your doctor may recommend any of the following treatment options:

Advanced Reconstruction Surgery

Advanced reconstruction surgery refers to complex surgical procedures aimed at restoring function and appearance to severely injured or deformed areas. In the context of the arms, wrists, hands and elbows, this might involve joint replacement, complex fracture repair, tendon transfers or reconstruction of ligaments. For surgery of the hand, we offer advanced procedures such as hand microsurgery and endoscopic carpal tunnel surgery. Each procedure is performed by our orthopedic hand specialists and tailored to the specific needs of each patient.

Arthroscopic Procedures

Arthroscopy is a type of minimally invasive surgery used to diagnose and treat joint problems. A small camera and along with surgery instruments are inserted through tiny incisions to view and repair the inside of a joint. For the arms, wrists, hands and elbows, arthroscopic procedures, including noninvasive wrist arthroscopy, can address issues like ligament tears, cartilage damage and inflammation, offering a less invasive option with the goal of quicker recovery and less postoperative discomfort.

Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Surgery

Minimally invasive orthopedic surgery involves techniques that require smaller incisions than traditional surgery, leading to potentially faster recovery times, less pain and reduced risk of complications. For the upper extremities, this approach includes advanced and minimally invasive procedures such as hand microsurgery, noninvasive wrist arthroscopy and endoscopic carpal tunnel surgery, aimed at addressing a variety of conditions with precision and minimal disruption.

Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapy focuses on improving an individual's ability to perform daily activities and tasks. For conditions affecting the arms, wrists, hands and elbows, occupational therapy may include exercises to improve fine motor skills, adaptive strategies to perform everyday tasks with less pain or difficulty and the use of assistive devices to maintain independence. This therapy is particularly useful for patients recovering from hand surgery or those with chronic conditions like arthritis.

Physical Therapy

Physical therapy involves exercises and treatments designed to restore movement, strength and function to the affected area of the body. For the arms, wrists, hands and elbows, physical therapy might include exercises to improve mobility and strength, pain management techniques like heat or ice therapy and modalities to reduce inflammation. Physical therapy is often used post-injury or after surgery to aid in recovery.

Schedule an Appointment With Houston Methodist Orthopedic Experts

If you’re in need of treatment for the arms, wrists, hands or elbows and would like to become a new patient, contact us today. Our specialists in Houston, Texas, will guide you through our provider options so you can access the appropriate doctors within our orthopedic group.