Learn about our General Orthopedic treatments for joint replacement and trauma, and the specialized services we provide at our Knee and Shoulder Clinic, Hand Center, Spine Center, and Foot and Ankle Clinic.
With an extensive knowledge of sports medicine, the Orthopedic Sports Center provides physical and sports therapy and athletic training services to Central Minnesota.
Our HºEºAºTº Program (High Energy Advanced Training) has been completed by hundreds of athletes from junior high to the professional and Olympic level. Any sport, any athlete–we’ll help you train to be your best.

Hand Center

Physician with patient after cast removal at St. Cloud Orthopedics.

You use your hands for so many things without a second thought—until debilitating pain and soreness make it difficult to complete the simplest task. When wrist or hand pain affects your dexterity, the specialists at our Hand Clinic are ready to help.

Our orthopedic surgeons receive additional training in treating conditions affecting the hand, including trauma, fractures, arthritis, ligament dysfunction, and tendon and nerve injuries.

Common Hand Problems

The specialists at our Hand Clinic are ready to provide you with the right treatment for these common injuries:

Rheumatoid arthritis–chronic inflammation of the joint lining. This form of arthritis causes pain, swelling, and stiffness. In some cases it can enter and damage the bone and cartilage.

Osteoarthritis–breaking down of the joint’s cartilage or the moving parts of the joints. When this happens in the hand, it affects the small joints of the fingers and the base joint of the thumb.

Physician preps patient for x-ray at the Hand Clinic at St. Cloud Orthopedics.

Other injuries–including diseases or injuries of the bones, joints, nerves, tendons, including:

  • Amputations
  • Arthritis of the Hand
  • Basal Joint Arthritis
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Crush injuries
  • Hand Fractures
  • Nerve Injuries
  • Neurological impairment (CVA, head injury)
  • Peripheral nerve lesions
  • Repetitive motion injuries
  • Rheumatoid Disease
  • Soft tissue injuries (including: sprains, strains, contusions)
  • Tennis Elbow
  • Trigger Finger
  • Wrist Sprains

Request an appointment with one of our hand specialists today if you’re experiencing any of these hand or wrist problems and want to end the discomfort and pain.

Evaluation and Treatment

Our team of certified hand therapists will work with you to develop a personal treatment plan and set goals to meet your therapeutic needs. We consider your lifestyle, goals, and occupation when developing your personalized treatment program.
We want to help you return to work and your normal lifestyle as quickly as possible.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Surgery

To treat Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, we use a technique called modified open-release surgery. This procedure uses wrist arthroscopy to diagnose and treat problems inside the joint. It requires a few small incisions and allows us to accurately diagnose problems. And because it’s minimally invasive, you’ll experience a faster recovery time with less scarring and pain.

We also offer specialized surgical and non-surgical techniques for other injuries:

  • Fracture repair
  • Hand/finger joint replacement
  • Nerve repair
  • Tendon repair

Contact us if you’d like to learn more about our treatments for hand and wrist injuries.

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