When you think of sports medicine, elite athletes and complex surgeries might come to mind. However, any active individual can benefit from sports medicine.

Nebraska Medicine now offers patients the option of having certain hand procedures performed safely in a clinic instead of an operating room.

The pain in Paula Travis’s hand and wrist grew worse by the week. After months of dealing with the pain and locking finger, Travis decided to see a doctor. Orthopaedic surgeon and hand specialist Joseph Morgan, MD, diagnosed Travis with carpal tunnel syndrome and trigger finger.

When country music artist Jimmy Weber severed two tendons in his hand, he knew his career was at risk. However, through determination and the support of a dedicated care team, he is on a remarkable journey to recovery.

Trigger finger is one of the most common hand issues Nebraska Medicine orthopaedic surgeon and hand specialist Joseph Morgan, MD, sees in clinic.

Question: What is carpal tunnel syndrome, and can it be prevented? Answer from Joseph Morgan, MD, orthopaedic surgeon and hand specialist.

Not only does winter bring its share of ice and snow, but it also results in a large uptick in hand and wrist injuries due to slips, falls and snowblower accidents. 

If you develop numbness and tingling in your thumb and fingers that won’t go away, you may have carpal tunnel syndrome.

Heeren had wrist issues for nearly 18 years. Pain would unexpectedly pop up, and his range of motion was little to none. Heeren’s wrist would even warn him of a weather change.

Hand washing and sanitizing is great for protecting against COVID-19 but can leave your skin lacking hydration.