Advances in Hand and Wrist Arthritis Surgery.
Edited By: Magee E. Saewert, MS, PA-C, Thomas Trumble, M.D.
Last updated Tuesday, March 28, 2006
ConclusionSummary of hand and wrist arthritis surgery for hand and wrist arthritis Surgery for hand and wrist arthritis helps to restore function and in
many cases can help prevent additional damage to structures,
particularly when tenosynovitis occurs. In the hands of an experienced
surgeon, reconstruction for hand and wrist arthritis can be a most
effective method for restoring comfort and function for patients in
pain with damaged joint surfaces or inflamed or disrupted tendons in a
healthy and motivated patient. Pre-planning and persistent
rehabilitation efforts will help assure the best possible result for
the patient.References Trumble TE: Principles of Hand Surgery and Therapy. Published 2000 by W.B. Saunders, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Chapter 23, Arthritis, p. 401-35.
Trumble TE, Rafijah G, Allan CH, North E, McCallister WV, Gilbert M: Thumb
trapeziometacarpal joint arthritis: partial trapeziectomy with Ligament
Reconstruction and interposition Costochondral Allograft. J Hand Surg [Am]. 2000 Jan;25(1):61-76. Surgery for Hand and Wrist Arthritis at the University of Washington If you are interested in making an appointment to discuss this procedure, you can request an appointment using our online referrals website. To request a referral online, please click here. You can also call 206-598-4537 to make an appointment.Disclaimer
This resource has been provided by the University of Washington Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine as general information only. This information may not apply to a specific patient. Additional information may be found at http://www.orthop.washington.edu or by contacting the UW Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine.
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