Wellington Plastic Surgery Institute

Postal Address

PO Box 12047
Thorndon
Wellington 6144

Contact Details

Phone (04) 499 7642
Email office@wpsi.co.nz
Healthlink EDI: plastics

Consultants

  • Mr Chris Adams FRACS
  • Mr Craig MacKinnon FRACS
  • Dr Sarah Usmar FRACS
  • Dr Sandhya Deo FRACS

Self referrals are welcome

GP Referrals:  EDI Link:  plastics

                    Manage my health - Specialist referral system

                    or email (office@wpsi.co.nz)

Hand Surgery

Problems with the appearance or function of the hand can be the result of injury, birth defects or degenerative conditions.
 
Transplantation
Fingers or hands that have been accidentally cut off can be reattached by very detailed surgery that is performed under a microscope (microsurgery) and involves reconnecting tendons, blood vessels and nerves.
 
Arthritis
Arthritis is a condition in which a joint and the surrounding tissue become swollen and painful. If surgery is necessary, it may involve replacement of the joint with an artificial joint or removal or repair of swollen or damaged tissue.
 
Birth Abnormalities
Surgery may sometimes be required for hand abnormalities that are present at birth such as too many or too few fingers, webbed fingers or joints that won’t bend.
 
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
A pinched nerve in the wrist that causes tingling, numbness and pain in your hand may require surgery to make more room for the nerve. This operation is usually performed under local anaesthetic (the area being treated is numb but you are awake).
 
Injuries
Damage to tendons, nerves, joints and bones in the hand may require surgical repair. In some cases, tissue may be transferred from a healthy part of your body to the injured site (grafting).

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