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Pickleball Hand Pain Relief in Metro Atlanta

Pickleball Hand Pain Relief It’s no secret, pickleball has taken Metro Atlanta by storm! From Chastain Park to the courts in Marietta and Alpharetta, the familiar “pop” of the ball is everywhere. We love the passion and community this sport brings, but as... Read More

Your Trusted Hand Surgeon in Sandy Springs, GA

Hand Surgeon If your hand or wrist pain has reached the point where surgery is on the table, it can feel overwhelming. For people in Sandy Springs, there’s good news: you don’t have to travel far to see an experienced Hand... Read More

Find the Best Orthopedic Hand Doctor to Treat Your Pain

Best Orthopedic Hand Doctor When you’re dealing with persistent hand or wrist pain, the path to relief begins with a crucial decision: choosing the right doctor. We understand that navigating the medical world can be confusing, especially when you want to ensure you’re... Read More

Why Visit a Hand and Wrist Specialist in Atlanta, GA

From the moment you wake up, your hands and wrists are at work. You use them to type, cook, lift, or enjoy a hobby. They are intricate and powerful, yet easy to take for granted, until pain strikes. An... Read More

When to See a Hand Surgeon

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by Viralkumar Patel MD Hand surgeons are specially trained to treat acute and chronic issues for the hand, wrist and elbow. Here are some of the symptoms that require their attention and delaying evaluation and treatment could cause further... Read More

Dr. Dhruti Contractor Joins Atlanta Hand Specialist as Newest Board-Certified Surgeon

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Dr. Contractor is a Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon Specializing in Hand Surgery (May 2, 2023) ATLANTA, GA — Dr. Dhruti Contractor, a board certified orthopaedic surgeon with certification in the sub-specialty of Surgery of the Hand, recently joined Atlanta Hand... Read More

Badminton Injuries and Treatments in Atlanta, GA

Badminton is a fun game that can be played throughout the year, indoors and out. Badminton players regularly pace back and forth on the court, making sudden starts, stops, and twists, which can cause undue injury to their joints.... Read More

Why You’re Experiencing Wrist & Elbow Pain During Tennis

The repetitive impact your dominant hand and arm experience when you hit a tennis ball can cause damage to your tendons, despite how light the ball and racket might be. In fact, injuries such as these are so common... Read More

Do You Experience Hand Pain While Typing?

Whether you’re sitting at your computer and typing email after email, or firing off text messages from your phone, the continual and repetitive motion that typing involves can cause tendon irritation and painful side effects. The hand pain you’re... Read More

Why Do I Keep Dropping Things?

Do you find that you have a hard time holding on to things, accompanied by a numbness or tingling in your hand? This could be a sign that you have developed carpal tunnel syndrome. The weakness in your hand... Read More

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Do you have pressure on your wrists? Many people have symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome without knowing it. Find out how the condition is caused and what treatment you’ll receive from Atlanta Hand Specialists for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

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Wrist & Hand Fracture

If you have shooting pain in your hand or wrist, you may have a wrist or hand fracture. Fracturing, or breaking, the bones in the wrist or hand is extremely easy because of their size and structure. Read on to learn how wrist and hand fractures are treated by Dr. Patel and the Atlanta Hand Specialists.

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Trigger Finger

Trigger finger is caused by stressing the tendons and getting your thumb or finger stuck in the bent position. Inflammation and localized pressure are common signs for trigger finger. Seek treatment from the Atlanta Hand Specialists about trigger finger and your treatment options available.

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Ganglion Cyst

Tender lumps found on the hand or wrist can be a cyst. Ganglion Cysts are commonly filled with fluid, and form because of tendon or joint irritation. Find out more about how Ganglion Cysts are treated by the specialists at Atlanta Hand Specialist.

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