hand surgery

The delicate and intricate nature of the structures of the hand are a specialised area that plastic surgeons have broad experience in dealing with. A wide range of problems can occur in the hand and wrist. These may be due to disease, trauma, malformations or previous surgery. In many cases, surgery may be the recommended treatment because it can relieve pain and improve function. Many disorders of the hand and wrist can be treated by surgery.

Hand and wrist surgery can be performed under general anaesthesia or local anaesthesia, depending on the particular treatment. Mr Bialostocki operates from his rooms at Bay Plastic Surgery for procedures performed under local anaesthesia and for cases where a general anaesthetic is required, at Grace Hospital in Tauranga.

While there are common conditions involving the hand, there are always a larger number of patients seeking revision or optimisation of previous hand injuries which require individualised treatment plans. The decision to have surgery should only be made after discussion with your plastic surgeon. We welcome your enquiry and advise a consultation with Mr Bialostocki to discuss your specific condition and proposed treatment options, the benefits and risks of surgery.

Common reasons for hand surgery include:

• Ganglions
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Other types of nerve compression eg Ulnar nerve around the elbow
• Dupuytren’s Contractures
• Scar release
• Tendon reconstructions
• Nail abnormalities
• Bone re-alignment