Dr Pyragius is extensively trained in the management of all forms of hand trauma.
Hand trauma may involve:
- Skin lacerations and skin loss
- Tendon injuries
- Nerve injuries
- Bone fractures
- Infections
Elective Hand Surgery
There are a large number of different elective hand problems that may develop.
Dr Pyragius is extensively trained in all aspects of Hand Surgery.
Common hand problems include:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Cubital tunnel Syndrome
- Radial Tunnel Syndrome
Nerve injuries / Brachial plexus injuries
Tendon Transfers for nerve palsy
Stenosing Tenosynovitis
- Trigger Finger
- DeQuervains Syndrome
Dupuytren’s contractures
Arthritis of the Hand
- Distal interphalangeal joint
- Proximal interphalangeal joint
- Metacarpophalangeal joint
- Thumb basal joint / Carpometacarpal joint
Ganglions of the hand and wrist
Tumours of the hand
Post-traumatic reconstruction
Hand Therapy
Hand therapy is extremely important following hand surgery to encourage positive outcomes.
Dr Pyragius works closely with a number of experienced Hand Therapists in Adelaide.