Hand & Upper Extremity Orthopedics

Reaching, grabbing, writing, driving, lifting, or waving are all activities we take for granted. Each of these daily activities is possible because of the versatility and flexibility of the upper extremity. This area of the body is uniquely complex and includes the joints, bones and muscles of the fingers, hand, wrist, arm, elbow and shoulder.

“St. Agnes Hospital, a leader in minimally invasive procedures of the hand, has made treatment for problems like carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger fingers and most other common problems easier than ever,” says Paul M. Apostolo, M.D., Senior Attending Orthopaedic Surgeon and Chief of Hand Surgery at St. Agnes Hospital. “In the case of carpal tunnel surgery, the patient is home by lunch, showering the next day and back in the office in three days.”

Evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of the hand require special skills. We apply our clinical expertise to establish a fast, accurate diagnosis and develop a treatment plan that fits the needs of each patient. Our team of medical professionals is experienced in treating a variety of conditions affecting the shoulder, arm, and hand. We specialize in the treatment of:

Soft tissue sprains, strains, and contusions
Overuse and traumatic injuries to the upper extremity and hand
Degenerative and rheumatoid arthritis
Rotator cuff tears
Impingement syndromes of the shoulder, elbow, and wrist
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Instability of the shoulder
Fractures, dislocations, subluxations

To find an orthopedic specialist near you, call 1-866-690-9355 (WELL).