Your Atlanta Hand Surgery Center

Y Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery is a state of the art hand surgery center led by Dr. Asaf Yalif. The center provides cutting edge procedures for hand surgery and various cosmetic and reconstructive procedures of the breast, body and face. Dr. Yalif is board certified in the sub-specialty of the surgery of hand. In fact, he is the only surgeon in the Atlanta area with triple board certification hand surgery, plastic surgery and orthopedics.

Y Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery is equipped to offer the latest surgical technique and utilize advanced and innovative technologies. The team at the practice has the expertise to treat a comprehensive range of bone, joint and soft tissue problems of the hand and upper extremity.

The key goal at the practice is to achieve total patient satisfaction with minimally invasive procedures to restore the full functionality and aesthetics of the hand. Dr. Yalif is an experienced hand and cosmetic surgeon receiving patients from Atlanta, Roswell, Woodstock, and surrounding areas.

Customized Treatments

Dr. Yalif and his team recognize that the best outcomes in any reconstructive or cosmetic surgery procedure can be achieved when the surgeon tailors the procedure according to the patient’s unique anatomical needs and their personal goals. This enables Dr. Yalif to make the procedure more conservative, reduce the risk and cut down the recovery period. The practice is equipped to deliver results that combine the principles of science and aesthetics.

Range of Procedures

As an experienced hand surgeon, Dr. Yalif provides treatments for a wide range of medical issues related to the bones, joints and soft tissues of the hand, fingers, thumb, wrist, and arm. Some of the key procedures include:

• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome or other nerve compression syndromes
• Dupuytren’s disease or nodules or cords in your hands – both surgical and non-surgical options are available
• Congenital conditions of the hand

Y Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery center covers the following types of injuries and diseases for patients in Atlanta, Roswell, Woodstock, and nearby locations:

Traumatic Injury

The practice is fully equipped and experienced to repair severe trauma and injury to the hand, arms, and digits.

Breaks and Fractures

The practice recommends patients with broken bones to seek timely medical care from Dr. Yalif to ensure that the fracture is repaired quickly in the first time to prevent long-term damage.

Repetitive Motion Injuries

Injuries that may occur due to repetitive motion related stress during regular work or recreational activity can worsen over time, if the patient does not receive the right treatment. Dr. Yalif’s practice can provide advanced solutions for these conditions.

Arthritis and Degenerative Conditions

The practice offers cutting edge treatments for both rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Treatments for degenerative conditions such as tendinitis and carpal tunnel syndrome are also provided.

Aesthetic Procedures

Hand rejuvenation treatments that can reverse the damage caused due to environmental exposure and hard work are available at the practice. Unsightly scars or damage caused by a prior injury or a surgical procedure can also be removed by Dr. Yalif.
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Arthritis affects all joints in the body and is not specific to the knees. The condition is induced by inflammation of the lubricating tissue of the joints called synovium. The joints become unstable when the tissues expand in turn stretching the tendons and ligaments. In the hand it generally occurs around the knuckles and wrist. Knuckles may swell and turn red. When the condition occurs in one wrist it extends to the other wrist too.

Symptoms of arthritis

The common signs of arthritis include general muscle stiffness, pain and swelling. Other symptoms are:

• A lump soft in nature that moves with hand movement.

• Collapse or angulation of fingers.

• Appearance of nodules on the elbow or the fingers.

• Middle finger deformity in the joint that gives the appearance of being bent which is the result of a ruptured tendon.

• Swan neck deformity characterized by the abnormality in the structure of the finger when the middle joint extends over and the finger tips are bent.

• The wrist bones become prominent.

• Tingling or numbness experienced uniformly throughout the hand.

• Snapping of joints or swelling induced joint lock.

Diagnosis of hand arthritis

Dr. Asaf Yalif, a experienced hand surgeon in Atlanta, will start the diagnosis by first performing an x-ray and running lab tests. The doctor will then inquire about your symptoms and any hereditary links. Arthritis is generally passed down through generations. It is important to know if anyone from the family has had a history with arthritis. Following which a thorough examination of the affected area is done. The affected area is better evaluated on close physical examination.

On examination the typical symptoms that are revealed are:

• Narrowing of spaces between the joints.
• Joint erosion.
• Reduction in density of bones.
• Swelling in the structures that are not bones.

Arthritis treatment

Arthritis care requires the combined treatment from a hand surgeon, a rheumatologist and a hand therapist. A rheumatologist decides the medication prescribed while the hand surgeon may suggest preventive surgery. Hand surgery can only retard the progression of the disease there is no cure for hand arthritis although medications may help manage the pain. Regular exercise and physiotherapy of the affected are gives relief. Dr. Yalif may suggest surgery like:

• Extracting the bones that rub against ligaments and tendons.
• Nodules removal.
• Cutting out the inflamed affected tissues to reduce the pressure exerted on joints.
• Replacement of joints.
• Fusion of joints.

Joint care measures

There are simple preventive measures that prolong the onset of symptoms. Obesity plays a crucial role in the amount of pressure exerted on the joint. It is therefore important to maintain the right weight by regular exercise and healthy eating practices. Those suffering from gout must refrain from eating food rich in purines like organ meats, mushrooms, sardines, asparagus and dried beans. Purines are broken down into uric acid which leads to deposition of uric acid crystal in the joints. Inculcating these changes reduce the flare up in the joint although the condition may not be cured completely.

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Arthritis of the hands is a common condition with symptoms that may range from mild to severe and debilitating in different patients. Hand arthritis treatment may involve non-surgical treatments as well as hand surgery and cosmetic surgery in extreme cases.

Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Asaf Yalif has received specialized training in hand surgery. Dr. Yalif’s expertise in treatment of joint, soft tissue and bone-related conditions of the hands and upper extremity make him one of the sought-after surgeons for hand arthritis treatment in Atlanta, Roswell, Woodstock, and surrounding communities.

What is Arthritis of the Hand?

Arthritis can affect any joint in the body. Hand arthritis can be particularly problematic because it adversely affects of the joints of the thumb, fingers, wrist or elbow due to the constant movement of the hand as a part of a regular day’s activity. This condition can severely hamper the patient’s quality of life because they will experience pain while performing basic activities involving the hands, and may have to limit their range of hand related activities to avoid pain and discomfort.

If hand arthritis has progressed to a level where hand or plastic surgery is required to get rid of pain and restore a healthy range of motion, it is important to choose an experienced and qualified hand surgeon. Dr. Yalif is a leading hand and cosmetic surgeon with advanced expertise in treating arthritis of the complex and delicate joints of the hand. He receives patients from Atlanta, Roswell, Woodstock, and nearby areas.

Treatment Options

The first line of defense against the bone and cartilage degeneration caused due to hand arthritis is usually non-surgical. It will include administering of pain medications, lifestyle alterations, and stopping further decline through oral or injectable medications such as anti-inflammatories and steroids. Physical therapy, splinting, and immobilization are also effective non-surgical solutions.

Surgery may be the only option if the hand joints have suffered severe damage or the arthritis is no longer responding to non-surgical treatments. The most appropriate surgical plan according to the patient’s unique condition will be prepared. The surgeon will take into account the type of hand arthritis and the patient’s medical history.

Surgical Treatment Approach

The surgeon will create a customized surgical treatment approach to optimize the chances of sustainable relief and restore normalcy of the hand function as far as possible. At the same time, the surgeon will ensure that the risk of complications remains low and recovery time is reduced.

Experienced surgeons are adopting cutting edge, minimally invasive arthroscopic techniques to achieve targeted results in hand surgery. The small, complex structures of the hand can be treated very effectively with these techniques. However, if the patient suffers from severe joint damage and cartilage degeneration, the surgeon will recommend traditional ‘open’ surgery to achieve good results.

Surgical options in case of hand arthritis primarily come under one of these four key categories: cartilage repair and regeneration, joint reconstruction, joint fusion, and joint replacement. If the cause of arthritis is a specific disease, a more specific surgical solution may be advised.

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Tendon damage is among the more common hand-related conditions, which can affect a person at any age. The treatment provider should have specialized knowledge of cosmetic surgery and hand surgery to perform advanced procedures related to the hands.

Dr. Asaf Yalif is a board certified plastic surgeon providing cutting edge surgical treatment options for a wide range of traumatic or degenerative hand and upper extremity problems. Dr. Yalif receives patients from Atlanta, Roswell, Woodstock, and surrounding communities.

What is Tendonitis?

Tendons are the thick fibrous cords that constitute the attachment between the bone and muscle. When the tendons become irritated, inflamed or damaged, the patient will experience tenderness and potentially debilitating pain around the adjacent joints. This condition is called tendonitis and it can also involve microscopic tearing of the tendons.

Diagnosis and treatment of tendonitis can be performed most effectively by an experienced and highly trained cosmetic surgeon with specialized training in hand procedures. Dr. Yalif is a leading cosmetic and hand surgeon with recognized expertise in diagnosis and treating tendonitis and other conditions involving tendon damage to the hands, wrists and forearms. He provides treatment to patients in Atlanta, Roswell, Woodstock, and other areas.

Causes and Symptoms

Tendonitis is typically caused by overuse and may occur a particular motion is repeated very frequently. It can also be caused when the intensity of a physical activity is increased suddenly and rapidly. For instance, overuse of keyboard, mouse and other repetitive motions related to computer operations may cause tendonitis.

Tendonitis of the upper extremities can manifest in the form of tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow or tendonitis of the wrist. Signs of tendonitis typically include redness, swelling and warmth in the localized area, pain in the tissue surrounding the joint, or weakness in the joints.

Treatment

Mild symptoms of tendonitis can be treated with anti-inflammatory over the counter medications for a few weeks. The treatment provider may also recommend the application of ice packs several times a day at 20-minute intervals. The patient must also provide adequate time and rest to the injured area to support healing.

A temporary brace, sling or splint may be necessary depending on the location and severity of the tendonitis. n Imore severe cases of tendonitis, Dr. Yalif may advise a treatment involving corticosteroid injections or a local anesthetic injected into the affected tendon. The treatment may be combined with physical therapy under the supervision of a professional therapist.

Common types of physical therapy for localized treatment may include water therapy, friction massage, and deep heat treatments. Various other conditions involving the tendons can be treated in a customized manner according to the specific symptoms that the patient presents.

De Quervain Syndrome

In this case, the patient will have painful tendons on the thumb side of the wrist and feel pain when moving the hand and thumb. Treatments not involving plastic surgery will include anti-inflammatory drugs such as aspirin and ibuprofen, wearing a special forearm and thumb splint, and in some cases, injectable delivery of cortisone into the irritated tunnel to provide temporary relief from the symptoms. Surgery may be performed if the non-surgical treatment options prove inadequate.

For more information about the plastic surgery procedures and treatments performed by Cosmetic Surgeon Dr. Asaf Yalif please call us at 404.822.4402 or click here to schedule a consultation. Offices located in Atlanta, Roswell, and Woodstock, Georgia.