MRI showed isolated injury to the brain hemisphere contralateral to the paralyzed hand. The patients were randomly assigned to undergo contralateral C7 nerve-transfer surgery followed by ...

In a delicate four-hour procedure, Brown splices together tiny nerve endings, only one millimeter in width, to help restore hand mobility. Most patients return home 24 hours after surgery.

(CBS News) Doctors have successfully restored partial hand function to a quadriplegic patient, providing hope for many others who have lost the function of their arms and legs. The case study was ...

In some cases, the nerve is moved as part of the operation. If you have surgery, physical therapy to regain your arm and hand strength will likely be advised. You might need a splint for a few ...

The UAB Hand and Upper Extremity Fellowship provides comprehensive training in hand, upper extremity, and nerve surgery during a one-year ACGME-accredited Hand Surgery Fellowship program. This is a ...

Prior to the procedure, the patient had no hand function due to a spinal ... available for potential patients interested in nerve transfer surgery for C6 and C7 spinal cord injury here.

But you may have a higher risk of complications and may be more likely to need another surgery. Hand and wrist exercises may help your median nerve move more freely, which can help ease your symptoms.

Here we describe the assessment of hand, nerve and sensorimotor cortex activity 6 years after the injury and surgery. The objectives of this study were to analyze the extent of hand activity ...

The Hand Center’s multidisciplinary team spans plastic surgery, orthopaedic surgery and rehabilitation. Looking ahead, the center is preparing for a new home in Colony Park North when the ...

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common nerve condition that causes ... These measures, especially resting the hand, can certainly help following surgery in people with severe symptoms.