Fact Sheets

Brachial Plexus Surgery
Though it’s possible to injure your brachial plexus without even knowing you did so, the consequences can include temporary numbness to your arm, pain, loss of sensation or even paralysis.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is the most common nerve complaint in the U.S., caused by the compression of a major wrist nerve. Learn more about symptoms and treatment.
Ganglion Cyst
A ganglion cyst is a lump, typically round or oval, that can develop on the hand or wrist. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
De Quervain’s tenosynovitis occurs when the wrist tendons at the base of the thumb start to constrict.
Craniofacial Surgery
Craniofacial surgery may be used to treat urgent, life-threatening conditions as well as important “quality of life” reconstructive procedures.
Surgery for Cleft Lip and Palate
Cleft lip and cleft palate occur when tissues in the lips and/or the roof of the mouth fail to properly join during fetal development.
Hand Surgery
Hand surgeries are procedures to correct hand injuries or conditions. Learn more about these procedures.
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
A group of disorders caused by the compression of nerves and/or blood vessels between the neck and upper chest.
Meniscus Tears, Repair, and Transplantation
A tear resulting from acute injury to or degeneration of meniscus.
Thumb Arthritis
Thumb arthritis is the second most common type of hand arthritis, which inflames the joints. Learn about symptoms and treatment.