Hand & Wrist
From arthritis of the hand to minor sprains of the hand and wrist, any pain within your hands or an upper extremity can disrupt the most basic of daily tasks.
The fellowship-trained hand surgeons at Orlando Orthopaedic Center offer complete and comprehensive care of almost any disorder of the hand and upper extremity including complex cases involving the nerves.
With in-house physical therapy provided at most practice locations, the hand and wrist surgery specialists at Orlando Orthopaedic Center can monitor your condition throughout the rehabilitation and post-operative process – providing the most current and extensive hand and upper extremity care in Central Florida.
Peripheral Nerve Center
The Peripheral Nerve Center at Orlando Orthopaedic Center is a multi-specialty collaboration of physicians and surgeons assembled to care for patients with traumatic and chronic nerve injuries and conditions of the upper and lower extremities.
We utilize the latest diagnostic and surgical tools available to return patients to the highest level of function possible.
Our goal is to offer you the highest quality comprehensive care available for peripheral nerve and brachial plexus injuries and conditions throughout Central Florida.
Common Conditions & Procedures
- Arthritis of the Hand
- Arthritis of the Elbow
- Arthritis of the Shoulder
- Brachial Plexus Injuries
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Certain Paralysis Conditions
- Congenital Limb Differences (Thumb Hypoplasia, Syndactyly)
- Contracture of the Hand
- Contracture of the Elbow
- Contracture of the Wrist
- De Quervain’s Tendonitis
- Distal Radius Fracture
- Dupuytren’s Contracture
- Extensor Tendon Injuries
- Finger Fractures
- Flexor Tendon Injuries
- Foot Drop
- Ganglion (Cyst) of the Hand
- Hand Fractures
- Kienböck’s Disease
- Mallet Finger (Baseball Finger)
- Malunions
- Nerve Decompression Disorders (Carpal, Cubital and Radial Tunnel)
- Neuromas/Nerve Pain
- Nonunions
- Peripheral Nerve Tumors
- Scaphoid Fracture of the Wrist
- Scapular Winging
- Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
- Traumatic Nerve Injuries to the Upper and Lower Extremities
- Trigger Finger
- Sprains and Strains
- Vascular Disorders
- Basal Joint Arthroplasty
- Brachial Plexus Surgery
- Dupuytren’s Contracture (Aponeurotomy)
- Electromyogram/Nerve Conduction Study (EMG/NCS)
- Elbow Arthoscopy
- Elbow Replacement
- Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
- Finger Joint Replacement
- Fracture Care
- Ganglion Cyst Care
- Joint Reconstruction
- Nerve Grafting
- Nerve Repair
- Nerve Transfer
- PRP Injections
- Stem Cell Injections
- Tendon Repair
- Tendon Transfer
- Trigger Finger Care
- Wrist Arthroscopy
- Wrist Replacement
Arthritis of the Hand
The hands and wrists are made up of several small joints that work together to produce motion. Arthritis of the hand occurs when one or more of these joints succumb to inflammation. Many times arthritis is the result of disease or trauma that leads to cartilage loss, but it can be a result of aging.
Patient Success Stories
“My message to Dr. Riggenbach is, thank you. Thank you so much for giving life back to my left hand and arm, after a life-changing event.”
– Ronnie, Patient of Dr. Riggenbach
“I work a lot with my hands and they are important in my work. Dr. Halperin is great surgeon. He will listen to you and give you his opinion. If he doesn’t like something he’ll fix it.”
– Vicky, Patient of Dr. Halperin
“Dr. Christensen took an injury that was almost unfixable and did wonders. I can’t say anything more; I could’ve lost the use of my hand, and now, I have my hand back.”– Jeff, Patient of Dr. Christensen
Orthopaedic Injury Walk-in Clinics
Save Time. Save Money. Immediate Access.
Bring your sprains, strains and breaks to one of the conveniently located
Walk-in Clinic locations. Gain access to the same level of orthopaedic expertise with visits typically faster and more affordable than a trip to the ER.
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