Tendon Injury Information

Patient Resources and Articles

Hand tendon surgery: What should I expect?

There are some things you should know before undergoing hand tendon  surgery. More about the surgery and its recovery here.

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Flexor Tendon Injury: What you need to know

Flexor tendon injuries make it difficult or impossible to do things like hold an object, pinch or any do other grasping activities. Read about the causes and treatments.

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Could You Have a Tendon Injury in your Hand? Signs and Symptoms

Three signs that a hand may have a tendon injury and some insights into what to do about it.

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When I visit a hand doctor, what questions should I ask?

When you make an appointment to visit a hand doctor, you may wonder what to expect. Here are some things to keep in mind.

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What does a treatment plan from a hand specialist mean?

Once your hand doctor has gained a thorough understanding of your particular case, he will lay out a Treatment Plan for your hand condition.

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Finding the Best Hand Doctor in Your Area

The best hand doctor has some specific characteristics. Our hand specialists are here to help with injuries and conditions of the hand.

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Why seek help from a hand specialist?

An accurate diagnosis and effective treatment is imperative when you're experiencing pain, lack of mobility and numbness in your hand. By finding a doctor who specializes in the hand and wrist who has the ability to test, diagnose and treat the many conditions that can be causing pain, you can get back to your life.

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What is De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis?

At our doctors have fellowship training and a demonstrated focus on hand, wrist, and elbow conditions, including tendon injuries like De Quervain's tenosynovitis.

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A premier hand surgeon in Chicagoland

Midwest Hand Surgery is a premiere hand surgeon with three Chicagoland locations.

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Midwest Hand Surgery: Premier Hand Specialists

The Midwest Hand Surgery team is poised to help you with hand and wrist conditions that are affecting your life.

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Midwest Hand Surgery: Elmhurst and Palos Heights

Midwest Hand Surgery can be found around the web.

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