Hand & Wrist
Dr. J.Stuart Melvin is a contributing author on Arthritis-health.com, where he has written patient education content about arthritis conditions and treatment. Melvin, S. Should You Get a Cortisone Steroid Injection? Arthritis-health. Updated June 16, 2020 https://www.arthritis-health.com/blog/should-you-get-cortisone-steroid-injection Read More
A fracture of the wrist is one of the most common types of fractures presenting to emergency rooms today, and the frequency of these fractures is increasing. In those over age 65, wrist fractures account for 18% of all fractures. Anatomy The wrist is made... Read More
Basilar joint arthritis (arthritis of the basilar joint at the base of the thumb) is an extremely common problem that can be very debilitating. In the post, I will discuss arthritis in general and its causes, and will specifically discuss basilar joint arthritis—also known as... Read More
by Debra T. I have a career that involves managing therapy and support programs for both service members suffering from traumatic brain injury and for their caregivers. While it’s personally rewarding, there’s also a fair amount of stress that’s involved. So after work, I love... Read More
The hand is one of the most complex structures to navigate for surgery as it is comprised of many small bones and tendons, and multiple joints. In addition, it’s used almost non-stop every day, making it vulnerable to stresses and strains that can lead to... Read More
Dupuytren’s disease, or Dupuytren’s contracture, is a condition of the hand in which the fingers flex and contract, or permanently curl, into the palm. Dense nodules underneath the skin and pitting of the skin can also be present. The small finger and ring finger are... Read More
Proper diagnosis and treatment are key to avoid future problems Growth plate fractures are very common in children. Approximately 15–30% of all childhood fractures occur through the growth plate. They are twice as likely to occur in boys as in girls. The most common locations... Read More
“Hey doc, I’m worried I have carpal tunnel syndrome.” I hear this almost every day in the office. Everybody has heard of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) and many people assume that all wrist and hand pain is caused by CTS. But CTS is a very... Read More
The wrist is a complex joint, with multiple articulations. In addition to the bony complexity of the joint, three major nerves cross the wrist (median nerve, radial nerve, and ulnar nerve), as well as two major arteries (radial artery and ulnar artery) and over 20... Read More
It is with a grateful heart that we announce Dr. Anthony Unger’s retirement, effective December 31, 2024. As a founding member of Washington Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, Dr. Unger has had the privilege of forming lasting relationships with many patients and their families. It has been a true honor for him to provide care across multiple generations, and he deeply values the trust placed in him by so many.
