Injuries to the hand and wrist
The hand is intricate, and even a small injury can affect how it works. Whether it is a fracture, a tendon or ligament injury, or soft-tissue damage, careful assessment and the right treatment give the best chance of a comfortable, reliable recovery.
What it covers
- Fractures of the wrist, the scaphoid (including their complications), and the small bones of the hand, fingers and thumb.
- Tendon injuries that affect bending or straightening.
- Ligament and soft-tissue injuries, including sprains and instability.
Each is assessed on its own terms, some heal well with support and therapy, others are best treated with a procedure. {{CONFIRM with Holly}}
How it is treated
- Splinting or casting, and hand therapy, where the injury will heal well supported. {{CONFIRM with Holly}}
- Surgery, when the bones, tendons or ligaments need to be repaired or stabilised. The approach is matched to the specific injury. {{CONFIRM with Holly}}
Recovery & what to expect
- A careful assessment, with imaging where it helps. {{CONFIRM with Holly}}
- A clear plan, explained simply, that gives the best functional result.
- Treatment matched to the injury, supported or surgical. {{CONFIRM with Holly}}
- Hand therapy, which is often central to a good recovery.
Questions patients ask
Will my hand be back to normal? The aim is always good, reliable function. We will be honest with you about what to expect for your specific injury.
How important is hand therapy? For many hand injuries it is central to recovery, and we work closely with a team of hand therapists.