Hand and Wrist Specialists

Our Approach to Hand & Wrist Care

Hand and wrist injuries can severely affect your daily life, making even simple tasks difficult. Symptoms like pain, stiffness, weakness, or numbness can worsen over time without proper care. Seeking treatment from an experienced hand and wrist specialist is essential to prevent chronic issues.

At Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush (MOR), our board-certified hand doctors and sports medicine physicians provide comprehensive care to relieve pain and restore function. With advanced diagnostic tools and personalized treatment plans, we ensure the best outcomes for each patient.

We treat a variety of hand and wrist injuries, including fractures, ligament damage, arthritis, and carpal tunnel syndrome. If you're searching for a hand surgeon or a wrist specialist, our team offers both surgical and non-surgical solutions tailored to your needs.

What Our Hand and Wrist Specialists Do

Hand & Wrist Conditions We Treat

Avascular necrosis
Bursitis
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Cubital tunnel syndrome
De Quervain's tenosynovitis
Fracture
Ganglion cyst
Jammed finger
Malunion
Muscle sprain
Osteoarthritis
Osteochondritis dissecans

Pinched nerve
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid arthritis
Scapholunate ligament tear
Tendon rupture
Tendonitis
Triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) tear
Trigger finger
Ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) tear
Ulnar nerve entrapment
Wounds

Hand & Wrist Treatments

Arthroscopy
Bone cement
Carpal tunnel release
Cartilage transplant
Closed reduction
Fasciotomy
Finger joint replacement
Ganglion cyst removal
Hand rejuvenation
Hand therapy
Internal fixation
Joint fusion (arthrodesis)
Ligament surgery
Microsurgery

Nerve repair
Osteotomy
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP)
Reconstructive surgery
Replantation (surgical reattachment)
Skin graft
Stem cell therapy
Steroid injection
Surgical debridement
Tendon repair
Tendon transfer
Trapeziectomy
Trigger finger release

Hand & Wrist Tests

CT scan
EMG (electromyography)
MRI
NCS (nerve conduction study)
X-Ray

Leaders in Minimally Invasive Hand and Wrist Surgery

When surgery is the best option, Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush (MOR) offers advanced, minimally invasive procedures for quicker recovery and less discomfort. Compared to traditional open surgery, minimally invasive techniques often lead to shorter hospital stays, reduced pain, and minimal scarring.

Our hand surgeons are leaders in the field, with extensive experience in state-of-the-art techniques. MOR specialists have even developed innovative internal fixation devices for fracture repair, helping patients regain strength and function with less trauma.

More Than Just Hand and Wrist Specialists

Successful recovery doesn’t end with surgery. At Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush (MOR), our integrated care model ensures collaboration between our physicians, physical therapists, and occupational therapists. Therapists stay in direct contact with your doctor, creating a seamless recovery process.

Workers’ Compensation for Hand & Wrist

Returning to work safely and efficiently after a hand or wrist injury is essential. At Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush (MOR), our dedicated team specializes in workers’ compensation cases. From the initial evaluation to treatment and recovery, we provide comprehensive support.

Our specialists, therapists, and administrative staff work together to create a personalized treatment plan. By facilitating quick evaluations and clear communication, we ensure your path to recovery is smooth and timely. If you're looking for a hand and wrist specialist that understands workplace injury care, MOR is here to help.

Learn more about our Workers’ Compensation services