Orthopedic hand and arm specialists in Portsmouth
Chronic pain in your hands or upper limbs can make things difficult. We can strengthen your mobility.
Portsmouth Regional Hospital offers custom treatment for conditions of the hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder. We prioritize nonsurgical methods, but if surgery is needed, we opt for minimally invasive methods whenever possible.
Expert advice, available 24/7
Free health-related information is just a phone call away. Our nurses help you understand your symptoms, treatment options and procedures. They will also help you find a provider or specialist and schedule an appointment.
Free health-related information is just a phone call away. Our nurses help you understand your symptoms, treatment options and procedures. They will also help you find a provider or specialist and schedule an appointment.
Hand and upper extremity conditions we treat
Symptoms of a hand, wrist, elbow or shoulder condition include pain, weakness, numbness, swelling or tingling. We have the expertise to evaluate, treat and rehabilitate a variety of common and complex conditions, such as:
- Arthritis
- Bursitis
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Dupuytren's contracture
- Fractures
- Dislocations
- Ganglion cysts
- Hand abnormalities
- Ligament injuries
- Nail bed injuries
- Nerve damage
- Rotator cuff damage
- Tendon damage
- Tendonitis
- Trigger finger
- Tumors
Hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder treatments
The upper extremities are a complex, interconnected structure of bones, nerves, muscles and tendons. Our skilled surgeons have specialized knowledge about the intricate nature of this area of the body, providing surgical treatments with this in mind.
Nonsurgical treatments for hand and arm conditions
Surgery is not always necessary to treat your condition. We offer:
- Custom splinting
- Injected medicines
- Nerve stimulation techniques
- Physical therapy and rehabilitation
Hand surgery
The hand is comprised of 27 bones, and conditions impacting it can severely limit your independence. Our dedicated hand surgeons provide high-quality care for this complex part of the body. We are dedicated to helping you with a wide range of issues, including arthritis, congenital abnormalities, sports injuries and trauma.
Upper extremity surgery
If surgery is necessary, our orthopedic care program offers comprehensive care before, during and after surgery. Our orthopedic surgeons offer you a variety of procedures, including:
- Arthroscopy
- Carpal tunnel release
- Closed reduction and fixation
- Joint replacement
- Ligament and tendon repair and reconstruction
- Microsurgery
- Rotator cuff shoulder repair