Hand, Wrist and Elbow Care

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Our approach to hand, wrist and elbow care

When it comes to the health of your hand, wrist or elbow, you can’t afford to trust just anyone.

Our team has the expertise to treat a full range of hand, wrist and elbow conditions — from carpal tunnel syndrome to tennis elbow to tendonitis.

We'll take a personalized approach to your treatment, drawing on the latest imaging and surgical techniques to customize a plan for your unique needs.

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Fellowship-trained surgeons at the top of their game, supported by a compassionate team — all here for you.

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Why choose WellSpan for hand, wrist and elbow care?

When choosing a hand, wrist or elbow specialist, you want to be confident that you're in the best hands.

Our team of fellowship-trained surgeons uses advanced diagnostic tools and offers a wide range of treatment options, from minimally invasive procedures to complex reconstructions.

Top-of-the-line assessments

When choosing a hand, wrist or elbow specialist, you want to be confident that you're in the best hands.

Our team of fellowship-trained surgeons uses advanced diagnostic tools and offers a wide range of treatment options, from minimally invasive procedures to complex reconstructions.

Specialized expertise

Our team's hand, wrist and elbow surgeons have completed advanced fellowship training in their field. Rest assured, we have the knowledge and experience needed to get you back to the activities you love.

Broadly skilled

Our specialists are experts at a wide variety of surgical procedures, some of them minimally invasive.

We're masters of the delicate anatomy of the hand, wrist and elbow, skillfully repairing joints, ligaments, nerves, blood vessels and soft tissue.

Close to home

We believe you shouldn't have to travel far for expert care. With multiple convenient locations, we're bringing the care you need to where you are.

Hand, Wrist and Elbow Care

Frequently Asked Questions

Carpal tunnel syndrome typically causes numbness, tingling or a "pins and needles" sensation in your thumb, index, middle and ring fingers. You might notice these symptoms are worse at night or first thing in the morning, sometimes even waking you from sleep.

As the condition progresses, you may experience weakness in your hand, difficulty gripping objects or dropping things unexpectedly. Some people describe a sensation of swelling in their fingers even when no swelling is visible. If you're experiencing these symptoms, it's worth discussing them with your doctor — early treatment can often prevent the condition from worsening.

Recovery time varies depending on the severity of your carpal tunnel syndrome and the type of surgery performed. Many people can use their hand for light activities within a few days, though you'll need to avoid heavy gripping or lifting for several weeks.

Most patients return to desk work within one to two weeks and resume more strenuous activities after four to six weeks. Full recovery, including return of grip strength, typically takes two to three months. Your surgeon will provide specific guidelines based on your procedure and individual circumstances. Physical therapy may help speed your recovery and restore full function.

Your return to work depends on the type of work you do and how physically demanding it is. If you have a desk job or work that doesn't require significant hand use, you may be able to return within one to two weeks after surgery.

For jobs involving repetitive hand motions, gripping or heavy lifting, you'll typically need four to six weeks of recovery before returning to full duty. Your surgeon may recommend a graduated return with modified duties initially. It's important to follow your care team's guidance — returning to strenuous activities too soon can affect your healing and long-term results.