Hand, Wrist and Elbow

Pain in the hand, wrist, and elbow can make daily tasks feel nearly impossible, from opening jars to lifting bags or typing on a keyboard. If you’re dealing with wrist pain, elbow pain, or discomfort in your hand, it’s time to explore solutions with expert care.

At Orthopedic Specialists & Sports Medicine in Granville and Coshocton, Ohio, our team of orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, and occupational therapists offers advanced treatments tailored to your needs. Contact us today to schedule an appointment and take the first step toward pain relief.

How a Specialist Can Help

When dealing with issues involving the hand, wrist, and elbow, seeing a specialist ensures that you receive an accurate diagnosis and targeted treatment. At Orthopedic Specialists & Sports Medicine, we work closely with patients to identify the source of pain and customize treatment plans that may involve therapy, medication, or surgery.

Hand Specialists

Our hand specialists treat various conditions, from common issues like carpal tunnel syndrome to complex injuries involving nerves and tendons. They employ both non-surgical and surgical interventions to restore hand function and alleviate pain.

Wrist Specialists

Wrist injuries often result from falls or repetitive motions. Our wrist specialists are skilled in addressing fractures, sprains, and conditions like De Quervain’s syndrome, using treatments ranging from immobilization to surgical repair.

Elbow Specialists

Elbow problems, such as tennis elbow or ulnar nerve entrapment, can significantly impact arm movement. Our elbow specialists provide comprehensive care, including physical therapy and surgical options like UCL repair, to restore elbow function.

When It's Time to See a Specialist

Consider consulting a specialist if you experience:

Persistent pain or swelling in the hand, wrist, or elbow
Numbness or tingling sensations
Difficulty gripping or lifting objects
Limited range of motion
Visible deformities or lumps

Early intervention is key in preventing further complications, especially with conditions like ulnar collateral ligament damage or biceps tendon tears.

Conditions Treated by Our Specialists

At Orthopedic Specialists & Sports Medicine, we diagnose and treat a comprehensive range of conditions affecting the hand, wrist, and elbow—from common repetitive strain injuries to complex joint disorders. Our goal is to restore function, relieve pain, and help you return to your everyday activities with confidence.

Hand Conditions

Our hand specialists treat the following conditions:

Basal Joint Osteoarthritis: Causes thumb pain and limits grip strength; often seen in aging adults.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Compression of the median nerve in the wrist, causing tingling and numbness in the fingers.
De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis: Inflammation of tendons in the thumb side of the wrist, often due to repetitive motion.
Digital Mucous Cysts: Fluid-filled cysts that form near finger joints, typically related to arthritis.
Dupuytren’s Contracture: A thickening of the palm tissue causing fingers to curl inward.
Finger Dislocation: Often due to trauma; requires proper realignment and possibly splinting.
Finger Fractures (Phalange Fractures): Breaks in the small finger bones, typically treated with splints or surgery.
Ganglion Cysts: Benign lumps near joints or tendons, commonly found on the back of the wrist.
Hand Fracture (Metacarpal Fracture): Can impair grip and require casting or surgical intervention.
Rheumatoid Arthritis: An autoimmune disorder affecting joints, including those in the hand.
Trigger Finger (Stenosing Tenosynovitis): Causes painful locking of fingers during motion.
Trigger Digit: Similar to trigger finger but may involve any digit, requiring splinting or surgery.

Wrist Conditions

Our wrist specialists treat the following conditions:

Arthritis: Affects wrist joint cartilage, leading to pain and reduced motion.
Basal Joint Osteoarthritis: Also affects the wrist base and can overlap with thumb issues.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: One of the most common causes of wrist pain, especially in those using keyboards frequently.
De Quervain’s Syndrome (Gamer’s Thumb): Inflammation of tendons affecting thumb motion.
Ganglion Cysts: Frequently appear on the wrist, sometimes requiring removal.
Hyperextension: Overstretching of wrist ligaments, often due to falls.
Kienböck’s Disease: A rare condition where the blood supply to wrist bones is compromised, leading to bone death.
Nerve Damage: This can result from injury or compression, affecting wrist function.
Radial Tunnel Syndrome: Causes pain similar to tennis elbow, but originates from the forearm’s radial nerve.
Wrist Sprain: Involves stretched or torn ligaments due to trauma.

Elbow Conditions

Our elbow specialists treat the following conditions:

Biceps Tendonitis: Inflammation of the biceps tendon, often caused by repetitive lifting.
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome: Nerve compression behind the elbow causing tingling in the ring and pinky fingers.
Dislocated Elbow: A traumatic condition requiring urgent realignment and immobilization.
Fractures: Elbow fractures can result from falls or impacts and may require surgical repair.
Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow): Pain on the outer elbow due to overuse of forearm muscles.
Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer’s Elbow): Affects the inner elbow, also related to repetitive strain.
Olecranon Bursitis: Inflammation of the elbow’s bursa, often from pressure or trauma.
Pinched Nerves: This can occur in multiple areas of the elbow, affecting arm and hand sensation.
Radial Tunnel Syndrome: Elbow and forearm pain caused by nerve compression.
Rheumatoid Arthritis: Chronic inflammation damaging the elbow joints.
Ulnar Nerve Entrapment: Also known as cubital tunnel syndrome, causing numbness and weakness in the hand.

Treatments We Offer

Our team at Orthopedic Specialists & Sports Medicine provides a full spectrum of treatments for hand, wrist, and elbow conditions, combining advanced surgical techniques with conservative care options. Each treatment plan is customized to your specific needs, with the goal of achieving lasting relief and optimal recovery.

Some of the treatments offered include the following:

Carpal Tunnel Release (Open Technique): Relieves pressure on the median nerve to reduce pain and numbness.
De Quervain’s Release Surgery: Targets inflamed tendons in the wrist for improved thumb movement.
Ganglion Cyst Removal: Performed when cysts cause pain or interfere with joint movement.
MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging): A non-invasive diagnostic tool for detailed views of the hand, wrist, and elbow.
Trigger Finger Release Surgery: Loosens the sheath around a finger tendon to restore normal movement.
Trigger Digit Release: Similar to trigger finger release, but treats any affected digit.
UCL Repair (Tommy John Surgery): Reconstructs the ulnar collateral ligament, commonly injured in athletes with throwing-related elbow injuries.

Why Choose Us?

At Orthopedic Specialists & Sports Medicine, you’re in the hands of experienced orthopedic surgeons and specialists who understand the complex anatomy of the hand, wrist, and elbow. We work as a team, combining the expertise of physical therapists and occupational therapists to support your recovery every step of the way.

Advanced Imaging & Diagnostics: Including on-site MRI and X-ray.
Personalized Treatment Plans: Tailored care for your unique lifestyle and condition.
Multiple Locations: Convenient access across Ohio, including Granville, Newark, Coshocton, Heath, and Buckeye Lake.
Urgent Orthopedic Care: Quick help for fractures, sprains, and other urgent injuries.

Keeping You Active at Orthopedic Specialists & Sports Medicine

Finding a doctor who can expertly diagnose and treat your hand, wrist, or elbow pain is one of the most important decisions you will make regarding your care. Our orthopedic surgeons at Orthopedic Specialists & Sports Medicine are specialty-trained in diagnosing and treating a variety of hand, wrist, and elbow injuries and conditions.

Our doctors always strive to find a conservative treatment for you first before recommending surgery. However, if surgery is the best option, our surgeons have extensive experience performing surgical procedures, such as Tommy John surgery and surgical repair for fractures. Our surgeons are dedicated to providing compassionate, expert orthopedic care to get you moving and keep you active.

Taking a team approach, our orthopedic surgeons work closely with our specialty-trained therapy team. Our physical therapists provide expert rehabilitation services and will tailor a treatment plan to your individual needs in order to restore function and get you back to the life you love.

To schedule an appointment with one of our surgeons at our office in Granville or Coshocton, OH, please request an appointment online or call (740) 788-9220.

Our elbow specialists also understand that some injuries occur when least expected, which is why we are proud to offer our Orthopedic Walk-in Clinics to treat patients who are suffering from acute orthopedic injuries and conditions. Walk-ins are welcome, and no appointment is necessary.

Medically reviewed by Eric Erb, MD