Consult With a Hand Surgeon in Louisville, KY
The human hand is a remarkably complex structure that features 27 small bones, multiple tendons and ligaments, and more than 17,000 nerve endings and touch receptors. So, it goes without saying that hand pain, stiffness, or dysfunction should be evaluated by a professional who is specially trained to treat problems that affect the hands. If you would like to consult with an experienced hand surgeon in the Louisville, Kentucky, area, turn to Louisville Orthopaedic Clinic.
Specialized Orthopedic Care for Hand Conditions
Dr. Nicholas Foeger is a fellowship-trained and board-eligible hand surgeon at Louisville Orthopaedic Clinic who specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide array of complex hand injuries and disorders, such as:
- Carpal and cubital tunnel syndromes
- Trigger finger
- De Quervain’s tenosynovitis
- Tendinitis and tendinosis
- Lateral epicondylitis
- Arthritis of the hand, thumb, and wrist
- Dupuytren’s disease
- Ganglion cysts
- Kienböck’s disease
- Hand infections
- Fractures in the forearm, wrist, palm, and fingers
- Nerve injuries
- Flexor and extensor tendon injuries
- Fingertip injuries and amputations
- Joint sprains and dislocations
Dr. Foeger and the team at Louisville Orthopaedic Clinic utilize the latest advancements in nonsurgical and surgical methods to achieve the best possible outcomes for patients. For instance, Dr. Foeger excels in microsurgical techniques and remains engaged in orthopedic research to facilitate breakthroughs in care. A few examples of hand procedures performed by Dr. Foeger include:
- Carpal and cubital tunnel release
- Trigger finger release
- De Quervain’s tenosynovitis release
- Carpometacarpal (CMC) arthroplasty
- Finger joint replacement and fusion
- Proximal row carpectomy
- Partial and complete wrist fusion
- Ganglion cyst excision
- Wrist and hand ligament reconstruction
- Digital nerve repair
- Flexor and extensor tendon repair and reconstruction
- Fixation of fractures in the elbow, forearm, wrist, hand, and fingers
Take the Next Step
With Louisville Orthopaedic Clinic, your health is in the most capable of hands. Contact our friendly team today to schedule an appointment with hand surgeon Dr. Foeger or to learn more about our approach to orthopedic treatment.