Hand Surgery

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Hand Surgery

DR NM van der Berg, an Orthopaedic Surgeon does an Extensive Assessment, which involves History Taking, an Examination, and the appropriate Imaging to determine the Cause of your Pain and the Severity of the Condition. Once a Diagnosis is made and Non-Surgical Options are Not Enough, will he Consider Surgery.

The Following are Some of the Hand Surgeries Dr NM van der Berg Offers:

Joint Fusion

In this procedure, two bones in the hand are permanently joined together, thus eliminating pain and improving stability.

Joint Replacement

In this procedure, the damaged joint surfaces are removed and replaced with artificial joints.

Ligament Repair

In this procedure, there is reconstruction of the torn ligaments in the hand, wrist, or fingers.

Nerve Decompression

In this procedure, pressure is relieved on the compressed nerves in the hand or wrist. An example would be carpal tunnel release.

Tendon Repair

In this procedure, the torn tendons in the hand, wrist, or fingers are repaired.

Trigger Finger Release

In this procedure, the thickened tendon sheath that is causing the finger to lock is lacerated.

Ganglion Cyst Removal

In this procedure, ganglion cyst (a fluid-filled lump) from the hand or wrist is removed.

Dr NM van der Berg always Opts for Non-Surgical Management, and will consider Surgery only if Necessary and if it can Improve your Outcome and Quality of Life.