Hand and upper extremity care

At our hospitals, we have advanced diagnostic imaging technology that allows physicians to accurately diagnose conditions of the hands and arms. A prompt, accurate diagnosis is the first step in creating a treatment plan that is just right for you.

Through our orthopedic care services, we offer a variety of nonsurgical treatments for hand and upper extremity conditions. Our orthopedic care teams always strive to relieve your symptoms and help you heal through conservative treatments, such as physical therapy or pain management techniques, before suggesting more invasive treatments. They will work with you to determine the most effective treatment option for your unique diagnosis and situation.

When nonsurgical methods of care don't provide you relief, orthopedic surgery may be an effective treatment option. Our orthopedic surgeons and surgical teams are highly skilled at performing a wide range of surgeries, even very complex procedures, with utmost care and expertise. If you and your physician decide orthopedic surgery is right for you, we'll be by your side every step of the way. We are here to support you and your family, ensuring you have the resources you need for a healthy surgery and recovery.

Shoulder replacement surgery

Through shoulder replacement surgery, orthopedic surgeons repair damaged parts of a shoulder joint with artificial components called protheses. The artificial components allow the shoulder joint to move smoothly and easily, eliminating friction and restoring range of motion. Some of our hospitals are also equipped with minimally invasive robotic surgery capabilities for shoulder replacements. With this technology, we generate a 3D model of your shoulder to pre-plan your procedure, which allows even more accuracy and precision during the placement of prostheses.

Orthopedic physical therapy may be used as an initial method of treatment or as rehabilitative care after surgery. For this reason, our hospitals offer specialized physical therapy and rehabilitation services — including inpatient and outpatient options — for our orthopedic patients. Our therapists will work with you to develop an individualized therapy plan to fit your needs.

We are dedicated to providing comprehensive, patient-focused hand and upper extremity care. One way we do this is by taking a multidisciplinary approach to treatment. This means we have a collaborative, multispecialty team of providers, which allows us to deliver the type of care you need, regardless of your unique situation.

Your hand and upper extremity care team may include:

• Orthopedic surgeons
• Neurologists
• Physical therapists
• Anesthesiologists
• Nurses