HAND SURGERY & RECONSTRUCTION

Get Your Hand Working Again

Specialized hand surgery for fractures, tendon injuries, nerve damage, trauma and other conditions affecting movement, sensation and function.

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Hand surgery and reconstruction in Northern Virginia, serving patients throughout Virginia, Maryland and Washington, DC.

Hand reconstructive surgery

NOT SURE WHERE TO START?

What Are You Experiencing?

I cut my finger and now it won't bend.
Tendon Injury
My hand or finger is broken.
Fractures & Joint Injuries
I have numbness, tingling or weakness.
Peripheral Nerve Surgery
My finger was partially or completely amputated.
Amputation & Replantation Evaluation
My finger catches or locks when I bend it.
Trigger Finger
I can't use my hand normally after an injury.
Complex Hand Reconstruction

CONDITIONS WE TREAT

Hand Injuries & Conditions

Hand surgery can involve everything from a single injured tendon to complex trauma affecting several structures at once.

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Fractures & Joint Injuries

Broken bones, unstable fractures and injuries affecting alignment, movement or joint function.

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Lacerations & Complex Trauma

Deep cuts and severe injuries that may involve tendons, nerves, blood vessels, bone and soft tissue.

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Amputation & Replantation

Evaluation and reconstruction after severe finger or hand injuries where reattachment or other reconstructive options may be considered.

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Common Hand Conditions

Trigger finger, mallet finger, carpal tunnel syndrome and other conditions affecting comfortable, reliable hand function.

WHEN MORE THAN ONE STRUCTURE IS INJURED

The Hand Works as a System

A serious hand injury can damage several structures at once. Reconstructive treatment considers the tissues that must work together to produce movement, sensation, circulation and stability.

Bone & Joint Stability

Restore alignment and structural support when fractures or joint injuries affect how the hand moves.

Tendon Repair

Repair structures responsible for bending and straightening the fingers and hand.

Nerve Reconstruction

Address damaged nerves involved in sensation, muscle control and functional recovery.

Blood Vessel & Soft Tissue Repair

Restore circulation and provide durable tissue coverage when deeper structures are damaged or exposed.

RESTORING FUNCTION

Healing Is Only Part of the Goal

The hand relies on small, closely connected structures working together. Even a relatively small injury can affect grip, movement, sensation or the ability to perform everyday tasks.

Reconstructive hand surgery focuses not only on repairing damaged tissue, but on helping restore as much useful function as the injury allows.

Your Hand Doesn't Just Need to Heal. It Needs to Work.

The reconstructive plan depends on what was injured, how the structures work together and what function needs to be restored.

AFTER SURGERY

Recovery Is Part of the Reconstruction

Recovery varies depending on the injury and procedure. For many hand injuries, protecting the repair while gradually restoring motion is an important part of treatment.

Hand therapy may be recommended to support movement, strength, flexibility and function during recovery.

Protection
Splinting or activity restrictions may be used while repaired structures heal.
Motion
Therapy may help safely restore movement and reduce stiffness.
Strength
Rehabilitation can gradually rebuild strength and hand function.
Individual Timeline
Recovery depends on the structures injured, procedure performed and healing response.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Hand Surgery FAQs

When should I see a hand surgeon after an injury?
An evaluation may be appropriate when an injury causes significant pain, deformity, loss of movement, numbness, weakness, an open wound or concern for damage to deeper structures such as tendons, nerves or blood vessels.
I cut my finger and now it won't bend. What could that mean?
A deep cut can damage the tendon responsible for bending the finger. Because tendon injuries may require timely evaluation and repair, loss of normal finger movement after a laceration should be assessed by an appropriate medical professional.
Does every hand fracture require surgery?
No. Treatment depends on the location and stability of the fracture, alignment of the bone, joint involvement and how the injury affects hand function. Some fractures can be treated without surgery while others may require surgical stabilization.
Can damaged hand nerves be repaired?
Some nerve injuries can be treated surgically. The appropriate approach depends on the type, location and extent of nerve damage. DPS also provides dedicated peripheral nerve surgery for selected nerve injuries and compression conditions.
How long does recovery after hand surgery take?
Recovery varies considerably depending on the injury and procedure. Tendons, nerves, fractures and complex trauma all have different healing and rehabilitation needs. Your treatment plan should include an individualized recovery timeline.

NEXT STEPS

Get Answers About Your Hand Injury or Condition

If pain, injury, numbness or loss of movement is affecting how you use your hand, an evaluation can help determine what treatment options may be appropriate.

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