Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment by a Los Angeles Hand Surgeon
Released
on: April 23, 2008, 5:18 pm
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Release Author: L.A.
Hand Surgeon
Industry:
Healthcare
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Release Summary: Los Angeles hand surgeon treats carpal tunnel
syndrome and other diseases and injuries to the hands, fingers
and wrists in Beverly Hills & West Hills.
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Release Body: Our hands are in almost constant use and one of
the more visually obvious parts of our bodies. In their use, our
hands are subject to constant and variable forms of acute or sudden
injury such as fractures as well as conditions such as arthritis
and
carpal tunnel syndrome which result from chronic forms of
trauma.
More
closely attributed to work conditions, wrist pain, numbness
in the fingers and hands, night awakening with numb and painful
fingers, and weakness in the fingers are common symptoms of carpal
tunnel syndrome, affecting millions of working men and women.
Left unchecked, this condition can be debilitating and resulting
deficits can become permanent. Carpal tunnel syndrome
can often be averted by work modification, use of a splint, rest,
use of supplements such as vitamin B6, and possible hand therapy
rendered by a specialist. If necessary, a surgical procedure can
be performed where the carpal tunnel is released freeing the compressed
Median nerve through a small incision. The operation is performed
under slight sedation, lasting approximately 20 minutes, and numbness
almost completely resolves in most cases after surgery.
Our
Beverly
Hills and West Hills hand surgeon can provide diagnosis
and treatment for all conditions that affect your precious hands
to keep them working at their best. We are well experienced with
carpal tunnel syndrome, as well as other conditions afflicting
the hands. Hand surgeons
are highly trained surgeons who have also received additional
fellowship training in hand
surgery at an accredited university in addition to completing
specialty training in plastic surgery or orthopedic surgery. Hand
surgeons are trained to address the wide spectrum of conditions
affecting the hands and to guide the patient in alleviating them,
very often without any need for surgery.
Carpal
Tunnel syndrome can appear at any time in life and can
have serious consequences on our enjoyment of life. Those who
suffer from carpal tunnel syndrome know that any movement of the
wrist can be painful and restricted. When even routine, everyday
actions produce pain and numbness, it is time to see your Los
Angeles hand surgeon to initiate
conservative treatments and possible avoid surgery.
Arthritis
often shows up later in life or following a fracture
or chronic trauma to the wrist, thumb, or any of the fingers.
It can often be treated by modifying use of the affected joint
or by medication, but arthroscopic
surgery can sometimes be used to repair the damaged lining
of the affected joints. Our physician at L.A. Hand Surgeon
will perform a comprehensive history and physical examination
to determine the nature and extent of injury, and suggest possible
conservative and surgical remedies which may be available. We
work closely with certified hand therapists who will help to guide
you back to health. Our goal is to utilize the least invasive
treatment regime to arrive at the best medical outcome, achieving
a painless and functional state for the hands.
Our
dedication to providing excellent patient care is why the
L.A. Hand Surgeon receives glowing testimonials from
former patients. For any condition from the fingertips to the
elbow
that requires medical attention, our Beverly
Hills office is now open to treat your needs.
Web
Site: http://www.lahandsurgeon.com
Contact
Details: L.A. Hand Surgeon
9301 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite #401
Beverly Hills, California 90210
(310) 274-3481