Hand and Wrist Surgery
Why Choose Us?
Our experts have a vast range of experience preparing medicolegal reports within the following areas:
- Clinical negligence
- Personal injury, including work-related claims and industrial accidents
- Sports Injury
- Hand fractures and dislocations
- Hand injuries and infections
- Extravasation injury
- Road traffic accidents
The human hand is a remarkable feat of evolution, uniquely equipped with the ability to grip and perform fine manipulative movements such as picking up small objects, setting us apart from other animals. This complex structure of tendons, nerves, and bones, is a testament to the intricate workings of the human body.
However, when the hand is damaged, it can be a challenge to make a prognosis. The delicate interplay of these various components means that even minor injuries can have significant consequences, requiring careful assessment and treatment.
Injuries to the hand can range from simple cuts and bruises to more severe conditions like fractures, tendon tears, or nerve damage. Each type of injury requires a tailored approach, as the hand's complex anatomy means that the impact on function can vary greatly.
Accurately diagnosing and treating hand injuries is crucial, as the hand's role in our daily lives is so integral. From the fine motor skills needed for tasks like writing or using tools, to the broader functions of gripping and manipulating objects, the hand's versatility is unparalleled.
By understanding the unique nature of the human hand and the challenges involved in its treatment, healthcare professionals can work to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients, restoring function and enabling a return to everyday activities.
What Types of Hand Injuries Require Plastic Surgery?
Hand injuries can range from minor cuts and abrasions to severe trauma, including fractures, nerve damage, and tissue loss. Plastic surgery is often necessary in cases involving:
- Deep cuts or lacerations which affect multiple layers of tissue
- Complex fractures that impact the bones, joints, or tendons
- Crush injuries that cause significant tissue damage
- Amputations or partial loss of fingers or the hand
- Nerve injuries that require microsurgical repair
- Severe burns that lead to scarring and contractures
Plastic surgeons have the specialised training to restore function and appearance after these types of debilitating hand injuries. Through techniques like tendon and nerve repair, skin grafts, and reconstructive procedures, they can help patients regain mobility, sensation, and a normal aesthetic appearance. The provision of adequate skin cover is the first step in a complex reconstruction.
Seeking prompt plastic surgery evaluation is crucial, as timely intervention is key to the best possible outcomes for serious hand trauma. Patients should not hesitate to consult a plastic surgeon if they have sustained a complex or severe hand injury.
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