HAND SURGERY
IN DUBAI
Restoring hand structure, movement and functional precision.
FUNCTIONAL HAND RECONSTRUCTION SURGERY
Hand surgery restores movement, strength and tissue function following injury, compression or structural change.
DR. IRAJ
overview
Hand surgery focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the hand, wrist and forearm.
The hand is a highly specialized structure that allows complex movements, sensation and fine motor control. Injuries or conditions affecting the hand can significantly impact everyday activities such as writing, gripping and lifting.
Hand surgery aims to restore function, comfort and mobility while preserving the intricate anatomy that allows the hand to perform these tasks.
Specialist Training in Hand Surgery
In Australia, plastic surgeons receive comprehensive training in hand surgery as part of their specialist training.
A significant proportion of trauma surgery performed by plastic surgeons involves the hand and upper limb. As a result, plastic surgeons develop extensive experience in treating injuries and conditions affecting the hand.
This training also includes microsurgery, which involves operating on very small blood vessels and delicate structures under magnification. These techniques are closely related to the intricate surgical skills required in hand surgery.
Conditions Treated
Hand surgery addresses a wide range of conditions affecting the hand and upper limb.
Common conditions include:
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
• Trigger Finger
• Dupuytren's Contracture
• Arthritis affecting the fingers, thumb or wrist
Hand Trauma and Injuries
Hand surgery also plays an important role in the treatment of traumatic injuries.
These may include:
• fractures of the hand or wrist
• tendon injuries
• nerve injuries
• microvascular injuries involving blood vessels
• complex soft tissue injuries
• amputations or severe hand trauma
In some situations, these injuries require microsurgical techniques to repair small blood vessels and restore circulation to the affected tissues.
The goal of treatment is to restore function of the hand while preserving sensation, movement and blood supply whenever possible.
Surgical Treatment
Surgical treatment of hand conditions varies depending on the nature and severity of the problem.
Procedures may involve:
• releasing compressed nerves
• repairing injured tendons
• stabilizing fractures
• correcting contractures
• reconstructing damaged tissues
• treating arthritis with joint replacement or joint fusion
Joint replacement surgery can help preserve movement in certain joints, while fusion procedures may provide pain relief and stability in joints that are severely affected by arthritis.
Many hand procedures can be performed under local anesthesia, while more complex procedures may require general anesthesia depending on the situation.
AT A GLANCE
Overnight Stay
O DAYS
Final Result
6 MONTHS
Anaesthetic
Duration
1-2 HRS
GENERAL
Hand Therapy and Rehabilitation
Successful treatment of hand conditions extends beyond surgery itself.
Surgeon Perspective
The complex and intricate operations performed to treat hand conditions represent only part of the treatment. Equally important is the hand therapy that follows surgery and the patient’s commitment to performing their rehabilitation exercises.
Hand therapy plays a crucial role in restoring strength, mobility and function following surgery.
Working closely with experienced hand therapists allows recovery to be optimised after treatment.
BEFORE AND AFTER
See before and after photos of a successful Hand Surgery.
Side-by-side comparison of a woman before and after a mastectomy, showing the surgical scar and reconstructed breasts in the post-surgery photo.
Comparison of a woman's upper body before and after breast surgery, showing changes in breast size and shape and visible surgical scars.
Recovery and Rehabilitation
Recovery following hand surgery depends on the condition being treated and the procedure performed.
A key principle of modern hand surgery is early active mobilisation, which helps restore movement and function as quickly as possible.
In many cases patients begin working with hand therapists within days of surgery to start controlled movement exercises.
Early rehabilitation helps to:
• maintain joint mobility
• prevent stiffness
• restore strength and coordination
Hand therapy therefore plays a crucial role in recovery, and patient participation in rehabilitation exercises is an important part of achieving the best possible outcome.
surgeon PERSPECTIVE
The complex and intricate operations performed to treat hand conditions represent only part of the treatment. Equally important is the hand therapy that follows surgery and the patient’s commitment to participating in rehabilitation.
Results
The goal of hand surgery is to restore function and relieve symptoms while preserving the delicate structures of the hand.
When carefully planned and supported by appropriate rehabilitation, many patients experience significant improvement in comfort, strength and hand function.
FAQs
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Hand surgery treats conditions affecting the hand, wrist and forearm including nerve compression, tendon injuries and fractures.
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Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve becomes compressed as it passes through the wrist.
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Trigger finger occurs when a tendon becomes inflamed and catches as the finger bends or straightens.
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Dupuytren’s disease is a condition where thickened tissue in the palm causes the fingers to gradually bend toward the palm.
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Many hand procedures can be performed under local anaesthesia depending on the complexity of the condition.
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Recovery varies depending on the procedure but often includes a period of rehabilitation and hand therapy.
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Yes. Rehabilitation and hand therapy play an important role in restoring strength and movement after surgery.
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Many patients experience significant improvement following treatment, though outcomes depend on the severity of the condition.
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Yes. Some fractures require surgical stabilisation to restore alignment and function.
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In some cases symptoms may improve with non-surgical treatment, though surgery may be recommended when symptoms persist.
GET TO KNOW
DR. IRAJ.
Dr Iraj Ahmadi is a specialist plastic and reconstructive surgeon whose work bridges aesthetic refinement and complex reconstructive surgery.
Alongside this work, his practice spans aesthetic surgery of the face and body as well as reconstructive surgery for cancer, trauma and complex tissue loss.
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