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What is hand therapy?

Hand Therapy is a type of rehabilitation performed by an occupational or physical therapist with patients that suffer from conditions affecting the hands and upper extremities. Therapy enables patients to hasten their return to a productive lifestyle. Read More. Hand & Wrist Tumors.

What nerve causes numbness in the ring of the hand?

Read More. Cubital Tunnel Syndrome. Description. Cubital Tunnel Syndrome is a condition that involves pressure or stretching of the ulnar nerve (also known as the “funny bone” nerve), which can cause numbness or tingling in the ring and small fingers, pain in the forearm, and/or weakness in the hand.

What is sports medicine?

Sports medicine is typically thought to include only care of young school-age athletes. In fact, active patients of all ages find physical impediments to their chosen activities. Whether a high school football player with an ACL tear or a retired tennis player with a rotator cuff tear, these patients can benefit from the latest arthroscopic ...

What are the first things you notice after a sports injury?

Swelling – is often one of the first things noticed after acute sports injuries. Sprains and Strains – probably the most common orthopedic injuries. Sprains are injuries to ligaments. Ligaments are the primary connective tissue that attaches bones to other bones. Strains are injuries to muscles and tendons.

Providing excellence in orthopedic care in Asheville & Western NC for over 40 years

The guiding philosophy at Carolina Hand and Sports Medicine is one of total well-being. Because our doctors themselves enjoy being active, they understand firsthand that moving with ease and having total mobility is important for living a healthy and happy life.

Some ways we have helped our patients

Since our practice opened 40 years ago, we have enjoyed helping many people return to optimal health and mobility. Our doctors are knowledgeable and experienced and they make it a priority to stay current with the most recent advances in their fields of specialization so that they can bring those advances to their patients.