Flexor and Extensor Tendon Injuries
Flexor and Extensor Tendon Injury Care for Your Hand and Arm
Pain, weakness, or loss of motion in your fingers, hand, wrist, or forearm can make everyday tasks feel difficult. Flexor and extensor tendon injuries often affect simple movements like gripping, straightening your fingers, or lifting light objects.
At Upper Extremity ATX, we focus specifically on problems of the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder. We evaluate flexor and extensor tendon injuries and offer both surgical and non-surgical options with the goal of helping you regain function and reduce pain in your upper extremity.
Focused Care for Tendon Injuries of the Hand and Upper Extremity
Flexor and extensor tendons are responsible for bending and straightening your fingers, thumb, wrist, and sometimes the elbow. When they are injured, even routine activities such as typing, cooking, or recreational sports can be affected.
Our approach is centered on understanding how your symptoms affect your daily life, then tailoring care to your specific tendon injury and activity level. At Upper Extremity ATX, you are seen by a fellowship-trained orthopedic and hand surgeon who concentrates on these areas of the body.
You can expect care that is:
Whether your tendon problem is related to a specific injury, overuse, or a chronic condition, we evaluate the full upper extremity to understand what may be contributing to your symptoms.
What You Can Expect at Your Tendon Injury Visit
At your visit, we review your symptoms, medical history, and any prior treatments you may have tried. A detailed examination of your hand, wrist, forearm, elbow, or shoulder is performed to understand your motion, strength, and areas of tenderness. Many tendon problems are related to the structures in the hand and wrist, while most shoulder problems are not primarily nerve related.
Diagnostic imaging or additional studies may be recommended when appropriate to better understand the location and extent of the tendon injury. From there, we discuss surgical and non-surgical options, along with what each approach is intended to accomplish, so you can make an informed decision about next steps.
Thoughtful Treatment Options for Flexor and Extensor Tendons
Flexor and extensor tendon injuries are not all the same, and treatment plans are tailored to the individual. Depending on your specific situation, non-surgical care and surgical repair may both be considered.
Non-surgical approaches can include strategies designed to help protect the tendon, address pain, and support function in daily activities. When surgical care is appropriate, flexor and extensor tendon procedures are planned with attention to the structures of the hand and upper extremity and your functional goals.
Throughout the process, the focus is on realistic expectations, clear communication, and a plan that fits your lifestyle, work demands, and recreational interests.
Why Choose Upper Extremity ATX for Tendon Injuries
Upper Extremity ATX is dedicated exclusively to conditions of the upper extremity, so tendon injuries of the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder are a central part of what we see and treat. Care is led by Travis Doering, MD, a fellowship-trained orthopedic and hand surgeon, so your evaluation and treatment are guided by specialized training in these areas.
We are a local, independent practice serving the Austin area, which allows us to offer attentive, focused care without a one-size-fits-all approach. Our goal is to help you understand your tendon problem, outline appropriate options, and support you as you work toward improved comfort and function in your everyday activities.
Take the First Step Toward Restoring Hand Function
If you are dealing with flexor/extensor tendon injuries, we are ready to evaluate your condition and outline a clear treatment plan tailored to your goals at Upper Extremity ATX. Reach out today to schedule an appointment or ask questions about your options.
Upper Extremity ATX — Fellowship-trained hand, upper extremity, and peripheral nerve surgery. Located at the Austin Surgical Plaza – 6818 Austin Center Blvd, Suite 207, Austin TX. Better care, by design.
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