Our Arm and Elbow specialists mention that the elbow is an important part of our body and something more complex than the simple back that sticks out when bending an arm. In fact, the Elbow joint joins the arm (humerus bone) with the forearm (ulna and radius bones) to provide greater mobility to the upper extremities of the body.
In the case of the elbow joint, there are 2 parts:
The humerus radius ulnar joint, which has 2 sections; the humerus-radial joint and the humerus-ulnar joint.
The proximal radius ulnar joint; made up of the ulna and the radius.
From this description, all joints have a set of ligaments that allow structures to function properly; also having the synovial fluid that acts as a lubricant, if we compare it to a hydraulic system.
Firstly, if it is a question of motives; the Upper Limb Reconstructive Surgery it pursues specific objectives: to restore the absent or limited functionality of the impaired limb; and if possible, favor their aesthetic condition after being affected by some type of injury and/or disease. That is why at the time of practicing this type of surgery, according to the doctors specializing in Arms and Elbows, it is worth carrying out a personalized study of the case that allows you to analyze in detail each of the limitations that arise; focusing efforts on the solution of the present needs in a certain order of priority, but under a global approach.
As soon as a person contacts us, our medical team studies the case, establishes the patient’s needs with a possible treatment scheme and proposes the application of certain surgical techniques necessary to perform upper limb reconstructive surgery.
After the review by our specialists in Arms and Elbows, the diagnosis is made that will determine the real need for a surgical solution and it is even possible to suggest some alternatives for its performance.
Among the cases that may arise for upper limb reconstructive surgery are the following:
Injuries typical of sports practice.
Fractures of the hand, wrist, metacarpals and/or phalanges.
Congenital deformation of the arm and/or hand.
Accidents that require bone reconstruction.
Joint replacements and correction of problems caused by arthritis.
Problems caused by thumb osteoarthritis or deforming.
Treatment of inflammatory diseases (tenosynovitis).
Injuries to the tendons.
Cysts and other tumors in the upper limbs.
Carpal tunnel syndrome.
Treatment of pain (acute/chronic) in the upper extremities.
Undoubtedly, depending on the size of the case, the type of procedure to be followed and all the details of it will be specified (including some precise information regarding the application of general or local anesthesia, selected technique, recovery time, rehabilitation…).
