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needle aponeurotomy or percutaneous needle fasciotomy always a favorite for a way to correct a single finger from a contracture. Sometimes open surgery is still needed to correct but many patients are good candidates for this procedure, which is done typically only local infiltration into a few small spots where the needle portal or very small incision is made.

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Happy Groundhog Day. The American groundhog or woodchuck has anatomy like human hands which is intricate as is fascinating and why? well the genome is not much different https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7682491/.

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Snow Blower SafetyRecommendations for safe use of a jammed snow blower snow blowers include: (OCD STICK)

1. If the snow blower jams, immediately turn it OFF

2. Disengage the CLUTCH

3. DELAY...Wait 10 seconds after shutting OFF to allow Impeller Blades to stop rotating

4. Always use a STICK or broom handle to clear impacted snow. The stick most be strong enough to avoid breakage or eye injures can result from flying fragments.

5. Never put your hand near chute or around blades

6. Keep all shields in place. Do not remove safety devices on machine

7. Keep hands and feet away from moving parts

8. Keep a clear head, concentrate and ...

Do not drink alcoholic beverages before using a snow blower

News organizations and weather services can help.Conditions that are associated with a higher incidence of injuries, heavy wet snow exceeding 6 inches of accumulation and temperatures above 28 degrees Fahrenheit offer good opportunities to provide warning for the public. We need your help to reduce the incidence of these preventable injuries.

https://fixmedicarenow.org/. , are the only providers who do not receive an annual inflationary update. In fact, since 2001, their payments have lagged 26% behind the inflation rate.

This is partly why many are closing and are feeling the crunch. Their choices are more limited, their trusted are leaving small practices or leaving altogether.

It’s time for a reformed system that better meets the needs of patients and physicians. Join the fight to

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One of my favorite photos to refer to in the office when we speak of how our activity can impact our hands but may not impact our ability to often function at a high level Yogi Berra's hand portrayed in this iconic NYTimes photo from 1956

The HAND CENTER has a new office in Longmeadow, MA, just over the Springfield line near Franconia Golf Course, across the street from the Longmeadow DPW.

Jeffrey Wint on LinkedIn: The Hand Center has a new office location in Longmeadow, MA at 167 Dwight… The Hand Center has a new office location in Longmeadow, MA at 167 Dwight Road. www.handctr.com 413 733 2204

Arthritis of the base of the thumb can present with pain and stiffness. There are many ways to treat this problem before surgery is needed.https://www.handctr.com/arthritis-of-the-base-of-thumbwrist-99.html

The Hand Center of Western Massachusetts Announces Relocation to Serve Patients Better

Springfield, MA - June 15, 2023 - The Hand Center of Western Massachusetts (www.handctr.com), a premier provider of specialized hand and upper extremity care, is excited to announce the relocation of its main office. Effective June 29, 2023, the Hand Center will operate from its new state-of-the-art location at 167 Dwight Road, Longmeadow, MA 01106,

With a strong commitment to delivering exceptional care and ensuring the best possible patient experience, the Hand Center of Western Massachusetts has made this strategic move to a new facility. The new location will provide all the same services and access to advanced medical technology, ensuring that patients continue to receive the highest level of care for their hand and upper extremity conditions.

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A Clean Cut: A Look Into Surgery for Table Saw Related Injuries Fingers reattached at a good facility are 80 to 90 percent successful, but that doesn’t include all of the people who are not candidates for the surgery.

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The HAND Center of Western Massachusetts Announces Relocation to Serve Patients Better

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Hand Center of Western Massachusetts Announces Relocation to Serve Patients Better Springfield, MA - June 15, 2023 - The Hand Center of Western Massachusetts (www.handctr.com), a premier provider of specialized hand and upper extremity care, is excited to announce the relocation of its main office. Effective June 29, 2023, the Hand Center will operate from its new state-of-the-art location at 167 Dwight Road, Longmeadow, MA 01106, while maintaining the same phone number (413-733-2204) and fax number (413-734-0587).

With a strong commitment to delivering exceptional care and ensuring the best possible patient experience, the Hand Center of Western Massachusetts has made this strategic move to a new facility. The new location will provide all the same services and access to advanced medical technology, ensuring that patients continue to receive the highest level of care for their hand and upper extremity conditions. Patients visiting the Hand Center's new facility can still benefit from on-site X-ray services, which will remain available to aid in diagnosis and treatment planning.

The Hand Center's team of skilled surgeons will continue to operate at Pioneer Valley Surgery Center, as well as maintain privileges at several renowned hospitals in the area, including Baystate and Mercy. This ensures that patients have access to a wide range of surgical options and the convenience of choosing a location that best suits their needs. The new location is conveniently located just one minute down the street from Baystate Medical Center's offices on the Longmeadow-East Longmeadow border.

"We are thrilled about our new location in Longmeadow and the opportunities it brings to better serve our patients," said Jennifer Dallas of the Hand Center of Western Massachusetts. "Our commitment to providing exceptional care remains unwavering, and this move allows us to enhance our services."

The Hand Center of Western Massachusetts has a long-standing relationship with Shriners Hospital in Springfield, which will continue without interruption. The Hand Center remains committed to supporting the children receiving care at Shriners Hospital, ensuring that they receive the specialized hand and upper extremity treatment they need.

The Hand Center of Western Massachusetts invites patients, medical professionals, and the local community to visit their new facility at 167 Dwight Road, Longmeadow, MA 01106 beginning June, 29 2023.

With the same phone number and fax number, communication with the clinic will remain seamless. For more information about the Hand Center of Western Massachusetts and its specialized hand and upper extremity care, please visit www.handctr.com.

About the Hand Center of Western Massachusetts: The Hand Center of Western Massachusetts is a leading provider of specialized hand and upper extremity care, serving the local community with exceptional care for over two decades. Comprising a team of skilled physicians, surgeons, and staff, the Hand Center is dedicated to delivering personalized attention and innovative treatments to each patient. For more information, visit www.handctr.com. Media Contact: Hand Center of Western Massachusetts Phone: 413-733-2204 Fax: 413-734-0587

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Our site was hacked and the name changed but this still is the hand center, not a fan of facebook right now!!!!

Don’t forget that is still a perfect solution for many

We appreciate this poem left at our office today:

When your hands need care, and you don't know what to do,
Turn to the experts, for a fix that's true,
With skill and precision, they'll get you back on track,
And you'll have a hand, that's strong and back in tack!

For hands that ache and fingers that hurt,
You need a surgeon who really knows the worth,
Of a grip that's strong and a touch that's light,
Come to us for hand surgery, all right!

With the latest techniques, and a gentle touch,
They’ll fix what's broken, and you'll love it so much,
So say goodbye to pain, and hello to new life,
With hand surgery from the team, it'll be just right!

For hands that hurt, and cause you pain,
Turn to the experts, they'll ease the strain,
With gentle care, and skilled hands,
Your aches will be gone, with each step planned.

For hands that ache, for pain that's real,
You need a surgeon who can truly heal.
Trust in the experts, for hands so fine,
Surgery with skill, a new life you'll find.

watch out for frostbite as the winter chill, and the wind combined you were at risk look at this chart, and learn how to avoid risky conditions for frostbite as the temperature goes below 0°F

message to western Ny snowblower safety is essential. With heavy wet snow. Use a stick to clear the outflow chute. the impeller at the bottom of the chute often has torque. Turn the machine Off Disengage Clutch. Use a stick this infographic is from the the ensuing photo is someone who didn’t use a stick. I’m sure there a lots of old sticks and in garages to use

First in the area this season. Don’t forget can cause heavy wet snow greater than 3 inches, often the middle finger is injured first avoid the impeller in the outflow chute.

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Is there still a role for extension block splinting in 2022?

surgery. Is a practical effective solution for severe multiple finger contractures. It has the longest time for possible recurrence. The corrections and time to recurrence last s Many years and years beyond aponeurotomy and xiaflex