Hand Doctor in Anchorage, Alaska

Our hands play an essential role in everyday life, from work and communication to personal care and physical activity. When hand pain or injury affects your ability to function, it’s important to see a specialist trained in orthopedic hand care. Our expert hand doctors provide comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment — including advanced non-surgical and surgical care — to help you recover and regain function.

Common Hand Conditions We Treat

• Arthritis
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• De Quervain’s tenosynovitis
• Dupuytren’s contracture
• Fibrocartilage tears
• Finger joint stiffness
• Fractures (including wrist and hand fractures)
• Ganglion cysts
• Mallet finger
• Nerve compression and other nerve injuries
• Sports injuries
• Sprains
• Tendon damage
• Trigger finger

What Does a Torn Ligament in the Hand Look Like?

Pain or swelling on the thumb side of the wrist may signal a torn ligament in the hand. If you suspect a torn ligament, don’t wait — schedule an exam with one of our fellowship-trained orthopedic hand specialists.

What Does a Broken Bone in the Hand Feel Like?

Signs of a hand fracture include severe pain, noticeable swelling, tenderness to touch, numbness, and loss of function. Prompt evaluation by a hand surgeon is important to ensure proper healing and avoid complications.

Hand Fractures

The hand is made up of many bones that work together to enable movement and dexterity. A fracture can result from trauma such as a fall, sports injury, or accident. Fractures may be:

• Non-displaced (aligned and stable)
• Displaced (bones out of alignment)
• Comminuted (bone shattered into pieces)
• Compound (bone breaks through the skin)

Treatment options depend on the severity of the fracture and may include:

• Splinting or casting
• Closed reduction with pins or wires
• Open reduction surgery with plates and screws

Non-Surgical Hand Treatments

Whenever possible, our specialists recommend non-surgical care, including:

• Medications
• Hand therapy and rehabilitation
• Splinting or bracing
• Lifestyle and ergonomic modifications

Surgical Hand Procedures

When surgery is necessary, our fellowship-trained hand surgeons offer advanced techniques to restore function and relieve pain. Common procedures include:

Carpal Tunnel Release

When carpal tunnel syndrome symptoms persist despite nonsurgical care, surgery may be necessary. The surgeon cuts the transverse carpal ligament to relieve pressure on the median nerve. Most patients return home the same day and recover in several weeks.

Microsurgery and Reconstructive Surgery

Our surgeons use microsurgical techniques to repair damaged nerves and tissues with extreme precision. Reconstructive surgeries may be needed after trauma or complex injuries to restore function.

When to Seek Treatment for Hand Pain or Injury

You should see a hand specialist if:

• Hand pain or numbness lasts more than a few days
• Symptoms worsen despite home care
• You experience trauma or sudden injury
• Pain or stiffness interferes with work or daily activities

Healing Timelines for Hand Injuries and Surgery

Recovery depends on the severity of the injury and the type of treatment. Mild sprains may heal in days, while more severe injuries or surgeries may require weeks or months. After surgery, our care team provides detailed rehabilitation plans and ongoing support to ensure the best possible outcome.

At our clinic, we combine experience, state-of-the-art techniques, and compassionate care to help patients of all ages restore hand function and live without pain.