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Taking Breaks Is Important
Published on February 23, 2018 by The Hand & Plastic Surgery Center of Katy
Does your job require constant typing and computer work? Most jobs require you to use your hands for hours on ends, and for the most part, you may not experience any issues. But that doesn’t mean that your hands aren’t Read More…
What Is DeQuervain’s Tenosynovitis?
Published on January 29, 2018 by The Hand & Plastic Surgery Center of Katy
Has chronic pain made it difficult for you to use your thumb and wrist? This chronic pain may be a sign that you are suffering from a debilitating condition known as DeQuervain’s Tenosynovitis. Insights into DeQuervain’s Tenosynovitis Individuals who suffer Read More…
Are You Experiencing Chronic Pain Around the Base of Your Thumb?
Published on December 29, 2017 by The Hand & Plastic Surgery Center of Katy
Are you experiencing chronic pain around the base of your thumb? Are you finding it hard to perform normal actions like turning doorknobs, typing, writing, or opening jars? You may be suffering from arthritis at the base of your thumb, Read More…
We Won’t Pressure You Into Surgery
Published on November 22, 2017 by The Hand & Plastic Surgery Center of Katy
At The Hand and Plastic Surgery Center of Katy, we strive to provide our patients with comforting care and personalized treatments. We understand that surgery is not something that everybody is comfortable with. Prioritizing Non-Surgical Options A lot of people Read More…
Treating Developmental Anomalies in a Child’s Hands
Published on October 26, 2017 by The Hand & Plastic Surgery Center of Katy
At The Hand and Plastic Surgery Center of Katy, we offer professional care for pediatric hand injuries and developmental anomalies. We understand that it can be a difficult and stressful process for both you and your child to undergo, which Read More…
What to Do When You Dislocate a Finger
Published on September 29, 2017 by The Hand & Plastic Surgery Center of Katy
What to Do When You Dislocate a FingerYou have probably watched a scene in a TV show or movie where they fix a dislocated body part by popping it back in to place. Although these scenes make dislocations seem like Read More…
Addressing Hand Neuromas: Effective Treatment After a Laceration
Published on August 25, 2017 by The Hand & Plastic Surgery Center of Katy
Trauma to the hands by laceration can cause significant nerve damage. Nerve damage can create a feeling of weakness and numbness in the hand as well as significant pain. If the laceration is severe, the entire nerve can be severed, Read More…
Tendon Injuries in the Hands
Published on July 28, 2017 by The Hand & Plastic Surgery Center of Katy
Inside of each of our hands is a complex structure composed of various tissues that all must work properly and in unison for our hands to function. The tendons are a key component of this structure. They are the bands Read More…
Do Your Hands Feel Numb or Weak?
Published on June 22, 2017 by The Hand & Plastic Surgery Center of Katy
Our hands are an integral part of our daily lives. We use them to get ready in the morning, to get work done, and to do everyday chores and activities. That is why it is important that you see a Read More…
Diagnosing the Severity of Your Hand or Wrist Fracture
Published on April 28, 2017 by The Hand & Plastic Surgery Center of Katy
Hand and wrist fractures are some of the most common fractures experienced by people of all age groups. A large number of people will experience a finger fracture, hand fracture, or distal radius fracture in their lifetime. If these injuries Read More…