Reaching, grabbing, writing, driving, lifting or waving - all activities that we take for granted.

Each of these seemingly simple daily activities and many, many more are only possible because of the versatility and flexibility of the upper extremity. This area of the human body is uniquely complex and includes the joints, bones, and muscles of the fingers, hand, wrist, arm, elbow and shoulder. Its intricate and mobile design coupled with the use and abuse sustained each day can make this region of the body highly-susceptible to injury.

Evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of the hand require a special skill set. The staff of the Agnesian Center for Bone & Joint Health works together to ensure that the recovery process is as effective and efficient as possible.

Clinical expertise is applied to quickly establish an accurate diagnosis and develop a plan of care that fits the needs of each patient suffering from upper-extremity pain or discomfort. A team of surgeons and other medical professionals are well-versed in treating a variety of conditions affecting the shoulder, arm and hand, from carpal tunnel release to the replantation of a limb.

Agnesian Center for Bone & Joint Health surgeons and medical teams specialize in the treatment of:

- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Soft tissue sprains, strains and contusions
- Overuse and traumatic injuries to the upper extremity and hand
- Degenerative and rheumatoid arthritis
- Rotator cuff tears
- Impingement syndromes of the shoulder, elbow and wrist
- Instability of the shoulder
- Fractures, dislocations, subluxations