A surgery for quadriplegics called tendon transfer can significantly improve hand and elbow function, but the procedure is greatly underused, according to a new article. A surgery for quadriplegics ...

After suffering a severe cervical spinal cord injury from a bad fall at work, Scott McConnell had little function remaining in his hands and arms. Loyola Medicine orthopaedic surgeon Michael Bednar, ...

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Nerve transfer surgery restores hand function and elbow extension in 13 young adults with complete paralysis Date: July 5, 2019 Source: The Lancet Summary: Nerve transfer surgery has enabled 13 young ...

Some medical conditions that affect your hands may hinder your ability to perform daily activities, which can have a negative impact on your quality of life. Hand reconstruction surgery may help ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . The crossover toe deformity, defined by sagittal and/or horizontal plane instability of the second toe, is a ...

Tendon repair is surgery done to treat a torn or otherwise damaged tendon. Tendons are the soft, band-like tissues that connect muscles to bone. When the muscles contract, the tendons pull the bones ...