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VSON TREATMENTS

Hand
Conditions

Hands are essential to everyday life. They help us eat, play sports, dress, work, and numerous other activities. When our hands are injured — whether through injury or a chronic condition like arthritis — it can severely impact your ability to perform life's necessary functions. At Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery, our orthopaedic hand physicians are dedicated to providing the highest quality of care and delivering personalized treatment that gets you back to the activities you love. 

When Should I Consult a Hand Specialist?

Conditions and injuries of the hand can stem from a wide range of issues. A fall or direct impact can fracture a finger, while carpal tunnel or arthritis develops over time. The hand experts at Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery recommend consulting a hand specialist when experiencing any the following symptoms:

 

  • Discomfort of the hand or arm that worsens over time

  • Lingering pain in the fingers when performing gripping, twisting, or carrying motions 

  • Swelling, redness, or warmth in the fingers, palm, or hand

  • Tingling or numbness, especially during periods of rest

  • Reduced range of motion in the hand or fingers

  • A grating or grinding sensation in the joint

  • Deformity of the joint or fingers, such as lumps or cysts 

 

Prolonged hand pain should never be ignored. Hand conditions and injuries that go undiagnosed can progress or worsen, resulting in debilitating pain or immobility. Early treatment is the best strategy for preventing additional orthopaedic hand issues later in life.

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Dr. Joseph is the best! He is kind and always listens to his patients. I had surgery on my left hand a year ago and more recently on my right hand. He did a great job, and I am very grateful.

Paul A.

Dr. Dorf and his team were amazing and so helpful. They put us at ease when my son broke his hand. All of our questions were answered and they all were incredibly caring. Thank you to everyone at VSON!

Melina C.

Common Hand Conditions

Wide Awake Hand Surgery

Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery is pleased to offer wide-awake hand surgery as a surgical option to our patients. Both our hand surgeons routinely perform wide-awake hand surgery in both Eagle and Summit counties. Patients are given local anesthesia, ensuring they feel no pain during the procedure, which allows Dr. Dorf and Dr. Joseph to test the patient's progress by asking them to move their hands and fingers in a certain way. Not only does this increase surgical precision and improve outcomes, but it reduces the side effects of general anesthesia and decreases recovery times. 

Our Doctors That Treat Hand Conditions

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Personalized Hand Care for Your Lifestyle

Our hand specialists at Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery understand that pain in the hand can disrupt your lifestyle and make simple, everyday activities difficult. Dr. Dorf and Dr. Joseph are committed to developing customized treatment plans that accommodate your individual condition and get you back to your active lifestyle quickly and safely.

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