Hand and wrist pain
Hand and wrist pain relief within reach
Hand pain and wrist pain can have a lot of possible causes: sprains or strains, fractures, inflammation in the wrist joint or finger joints from arthritis, nerve damage, and many other conditions. Daily movements such as writing, buttoning a shirt, driving a car, or lifting a child may become difficult or even impossible when pain goes unaddressed.
Your hands are among the most complex parts of your body, so when pain affects the intricate bones, nerves, and tissues of the hand and wrist, Penn Orthopaedics connects you to a vast network of expert care providers and treatment options.
Hand and wrist conditions we treat
Procedures to repair, relieve, reconstruct
If you are experiencing hand or wrist pain, our providers will review your case and develop an integrated plan for treatment and recovery. We specialize in both nonsurgical and surgical hand and wrist treatments, including new and innovative treatments like platelet rich plasma (PRP) injections that are often used to alleviate arthritis pain in the thumb.
Access to our compassionate, expert care is convenient, with multiple specialists and treatment technologies often available under one roof, reducing appointments and travel time. We also offer some minimally invasive procedures at certain practice locations and other outpatient facilities. In addition, hand rehabilitation services are provided by certified hand therapists at many of our locations.
Collaborative care for complex hand conditions
From groundbreaking hand transplant surgeries to routine sports injuries, Penn Medicine hand specialists routinely work with specialists from other disciplines to bring you the most advanced care.
Our doctors
Our providers work with you to plan and deliver exceptional treatment and personalized care.
Locations
Our hospitals, multispecialty medical centers, pharmacies, labs and more offer outstanding, personalized care for patients all across the region.
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