Specialty Care | Hand & Wrist Center
Advanced Hand & Wrist Surgery in Memphis, Germantown & the Mid-South
Fellowship-trained surgical precision for nerve compressions, finger contractures, and complex wrist fractures—paired with dedicated Certified Hand Therapy (CHT).
Hand & Wrist
The OrthoSouth Hand Center has a
4.86 out of 5 based on 1614 ratings on Google.
OrthoSouth takes a team approach to hand treatment, combining the expertise of hand and wrist surgeons and certified hand therapists. Our hand specialists have more than 60 years of collective clinical experience treating problems of the hand and wrist including carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, tendinitis, arthritis, fractures, nerve compression, peripheral nerve damage, athletic injuries, trauma, and elective surgeries. Many of these issues can be treated with minimally invasive procedures by our expert surgeons, and in some cases with low-risk alternatives to traditional anesthesia.
All the members of the OrthoSouth hand and wrist surgery team are specially trained, experienced, and skilled in hand and wrist diagnoses, treatment and surgery. In addition to their extensive residency training, each orthopedic hand specialist has undergone advanced sub-specialty training and acquisition of skills in programs known as fellowships. These qualified hand and wrist surgeons provide each patient with superior knowledge and expertise in the area of hand surgery.
The following experienced and skilled OrthoSouth® surgeons have a combined Google rating of 4.86 out of 5 based on 1614 ratings:
Common Hand & Wrist Conditions
At OrthoSouth®, we believe in a team approach to treating hand conditions by bringing together skilled hand and wrist surgeons with certified hand therapists.
Our specialists have over 60 years of combined experience addressing a wide range of hand and wrist issues such as carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, tendinitis, arthritis, fractures, nerve problems, sports injuries, trauma, and elective surgeries. Many of these conditions can be treated using minimally invasive techniques, and sometimes we offer safer alternatives to traditional anesthesia.
Every member of our hand and wrist surgery team is highly trained and experienced in diagnosing, treating, and performing surgery on hand and wrist problems. Beyond their extensive residency training, each of our orthopedic hand specialists has completed advanced fellowship programs to gain specialized skills. This ensures that every patient receives expert care backed by deep knowledge and experience in hand surgery.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Ulnar Nerve Compression
Ulnar Nerve Compression
Fractures, arthritis, cysts and trauma can all cause nerve compression.
Ulnar Nerve Compression at Wrist
Trigger Finger/Thumb
Trigger Finger/Thumb
Catching, snapping or locking of a finger joint
Trigger Finger/Thumb
Wrist Fractures
Wrist Fractures
Breaks to the ulna, radius or some hand bones.
Wrist Fractures
Dupuytren's Contracture
Dupuytren's Contracture
Pitting, bumps and cords in the hands that cause the fingers to bend into the palm.
Dupuytren's Contracture
Ganglion Cyst
Ganglion Cyst
Bumps in the wrist or around the base the finger that are tender to applied pressure
Ganglion Cyst
Thumb Arthritis
Thumb Arthritis
Pain and tenderness at the base of the thumb
Thumb Arthritis
Brachial Plexus Injury
Brachial Plexus Injury
A nerve injury that affects the muscles of the neck, shoulder, elbow wrist or hand.
Brachial Plexus Injury
Nerve Injury
Nerve Injury
Intermittent numbness, weakness or pain in the wrist or hand
Nerve Injury
Scaphoid Fracture
Scaphoid Fracture
A break in the scaphoid bone in the wrist.
Scaphoid Fracture
Common Orthopedic Hand & Wrist Services
Minimally Invasive Carpal Tunnel Release in Memphis
Numbness, tingling, and radiating pain through the thumb, index, and middle fingers often point to carpal tunnel syndrome—a progressive compression of the median nerve at the wrist base. While conservative interventions such as nocturnal splinting, ergonomic modifications, and targeted corticosteroid injections resolve mild compression, longstanding nerve restriction requires surgical decompression.
At OrthoSouth, our fellowship-trained hand surgeons perform minimally invasive carpal tunnel release in Memphis and Germantown. Utilizing endoscopic or micro-incision techniques, surgeons release the transverse carpal ligament to decompress the median nerve while minimizing superficial tissue disruption.
- Outpatient Recovery: Procedures are performed under local or light anesthesia at our accredited ambulatory surgery centers, allowing patients to return home within hours.
- Accelerated Mobilization: Sparing the overlying palm tissue significantly curtails post-operative pillar pain, enabling immediate light hand use and faster return to work.
Comprehensive Trigger Finger Treatment in Germantown & East Memphis
Stenosing tenosynovitis—commonly known as trigger finger—occurs when the flexor tendon sheath thickens or forms a nodule, preventing the finger or thumb from gliding smoothly through the A1 pulley. Left untreated, fingers lock painfully into the palm or pop during extension.
OrthoSouth offers a complete continuum of trigger finger treatment in Germantown and East Memphis, structured to restore smooth, painless mobility:
- Conservative Care First: Precise ultrasound-guided anti-inflammatory injections and custom splinting crafted on-site by our Certified Hand Therapists.
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery: For persistent or locked fingers, a micro-incision procedure releases the constricting A1 pulley. The procedure takes under 20 minutes, restores unhindered tendon excursion immediately, and requires minimal downtime.
Scaphoid Fracture Specialist & Complex Wrist Trauma Care
A fall onto an outstretched hand (FOOSH) frequently injures the scaphoid—a critical carpal bone vital to wrist stability. Because the scaphoid has a vulnerable retrograde blood supply, undiagnosed scaphoid fractures carry a high risk of delayed healing, avascular necrosis (AVN), and permanent wrist arthritis.
Consulting a dedicated scaphoid fracture specialist ensures rapid, anatomically precise intervention:
- Advanced Imaging Protocols: Immediate on-site digital radiography paired with rapid-access MRI imaging at our Briarcrest center to detect non-displaced occult fractures missed on standard X-rays.
- Percutaneous Compression Screw Fixation: For unstable or displaced fractures, our surgeons place headless compression screws through tiny incisions, establishing rigid internal stability that dramatically accelerates healing and reduces casting duration.
- Vascularized Bone Grafting: Advanced reconstructive solutions for complex scaphoid nonunions and failed prior unions across the Mid-South.
Continuity of Care: On-Site Certified Hand Therapy (CHT)
Surgical outcome depends directly on post-procedure rehabilitation. OrthoSouth bridges operative care with rehabilitation by pairing surgeons directly with Certified Hand Therapists (CHTs) inside our clinics. From custom dynamic splinting following flexor tendon repairs to desensitization protocols after carpal tunnel release, your entire care team coordinates in real time under one roof.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hand and Wrist
Q How quickly can I use my hand after carpal tunnel release in Memphis?
Most patients begin light functional use—such as typing, eating, and writing—within 24 to 48 hours following endoscopic or mini-open carpal tunnel release. Heavy gripping, pushing, and lifting typically resume within 3 to 4 weeks under guided therapy.
Q Can trigger finger resolve without surgery at your Germantown clinic?
Yes. More than 60% of early-stage trigger fingers resolve through a single cortisone injection combined with custom nighttime splinting. If locking persists, a minor outpatient A1 pulley release permanently resolves the obstruction.
Q Why should a scaphoid fracture specialist evaluate wrist pain after a fall?
The scaphoid bone has a limited blood supply entering from only one direction. Without prompt evaluation and anatomical immobilization or micro-screw fixation by a hand and wrist surgeon, nonunions and bone collapse frequently develop.
Q Do I need a doctor's referral to see an OrthoSouth hand surgeon?
*Most commercial insurance plans do not require a referral to schedule an appointment at our Memphis, Germantown, Bartlett, or other clinics. Patients experiencing acute falls or wrist injuries can also utilize our weekday walk-in clinics without an appointment.
