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We Won’t Pressure You Into Surgery

Published on November 22, 2017

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. A lot of people feel that at

Treating Developmental Anomalies in a Child’s Hands

Published on October 26, 2017

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

What to Do When You Dislocate a Finger

Published on September 29, 2017

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

Addressing Hand Neuromas: Effective Treatment After a Laceration

Published on August 25, 2017

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,

Tendon Injuries in the Hands

Published on July 28, 2017

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

Do Your Hands Feel Numb or Weak?

Published on June 22, 2017

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

Diagnosing the Severity of Your Hand or Wrist Fracture

Published on April 28, 2017

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

When to Seek Treatment for a Ganglion Cyst

Published on March 23, 2017

A ganglion cyst is a small non-cancerous lump that often forms on the joints and tendons of the hands and wrists. In most cases, a ganglion cyst causes no pain or discomfort and can clear up on its own without

How Does Carpal Tunnel Surgery Affect My Ability to Type? The Answer May Surprise You!

Published on March 1, 2017
Carpal tunnel syndrome is the most common nerve compression disorder of the upper extremity. For many patients, when conservative measures fail a carpal tunnel release procedure is necessary. However, many patients like yourself may wonder how is this going to affect my function after

Basilar Joint Arthritis: Are You Experiencing Hand Pain While Writing?

Published on February 24, 2017

Have you been experiencing any hand pain while writing, opening jars, or turning door handles? This can be a sign of a very common form of arthritis known as basilar joint arthritis. Basilar joint arthritis occurs in the joint in