Hand Pain
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The hand surgeon and the orthopedist are the professionals who most frequently study hand pain, since they have in-depth knowledge of the bones, tendons, nerves, and joints of this region; the general practitioner can also guide a first evaluation. Hand pain is a discomfort located in the palm, the fingers, or the wrist that can appear suddenly or persist over time.
Frequent symptoms: in addition to the pain, there may be swelling, stiffness, tingling, loss of strength, or difficulty gripping objects.
Common causes: overuse, blows, sprains, nerve entrapments, or inflammatory processes of the joints are among the possible origins.
When is it worth checking? When the pain persists, limits daily activities, or is accompanied by numbness, going in for a consultation helps identify the cause and take care of the function of the hand.
Data on 502 doctors who treat hand pain
Which specialist treats hand pain?
Hand pain should be assessed by an orthopedist, who evaluates the bones, joints, and tendons of the limb. If the case requires it, a hand surgeon can provide more specialized care. You can find both specialists.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in hand pain
Dr. Rafael Reynaga Martinez
Dr. Carlos Lozano Márquez
Dr. Armando Alvarez Martínez
Dr. Javier Baldizon Recio
Dr. Jaime Dante Hernandez Mendoza
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Francisco Javier Caballero Garcia
Dr. Raul Humberto Cavazos Caudillo
Dr. Hector Francisco Gaytan Osuna
Dr. Carlos Enrique Garcia Estrella
Dr. Luis Fernando Gonzalez Alatorre
Dr. Alberto Guevara Alvarez
Dr. Pablo Robles Perez
Dr. José Manuel Hernández Campos
Dr. Roberto Romero Torres
Dr. Cristian Rivera Reyes
Dr. Jorge Alberto Leyva Medellín
Dr. Carlos Ricardo Rueda Alvarado
Dr. Carlos Elias Bistre Ramirez
Dr. José Mario Dorantes Rodríguez
Frequently asked questions
What is hand pain?
The hand surgeon and the orthopedist are the professionals who most frequently study hand pain, since they have in-depth knowledge of the bones, tendons, nerves, and joints of this region; the general practitioner can also guide a first evaluation. Hand pain is a discomfort located in the palm, the ...
Which doctor treats hand pain?
Hand pain should be assessed by an orthopedist, who evaluates the bones, joints, and tendons of the limb. If the case requires it, a hand surgeon can provide more specialized care. You can find both specialists.