The function of the hand, fingers, or arm may be compromised due to injury, disease, or birth defects. In many cases, a degenerative disease or injury may also cause persistent pain and discomfort, apart from restricting the patient’s activity. It is important to receive treatment from a hand specialist who understands the intricate complexity of the hand structure and upper extremity.

Y Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, led by Dr. Asaf Yalif, provides cutting edge cosmetic surgery as well as hand surgery treatments. Dr. Yalif offers latest and proven solutions for a range of joint, bone, and soft tissue problems related to the hand and upper extremity. He provides both surgical and non-surgical treatments to patients in Atlanta, Roswell, Woodstock, and surrounding communities.

Distinguished Surgeon

Dr. Yalif holds the unique distinction of being the only surgeon in the Atlanta area who is triple board certified in hand surgery, plastic surgery, and orthopedics. His advanced training and skills enable him to treat complex problems related to the hand and upper extremity using leading-edge surgical and non-surgical procedures.

With treatment from Dr. Yalif, patients are assured of comprehensive results in terms of elimination of pain, restoration of full functionality of the hands, and improved hand aesthetics. Patients can expect to get back to their work with the same efficiency, in the same time frame, and comfort as before in most cases. He is a leading hand surgeon receiving patients from Atlanta, Roswell, Woodstock, and nearby areas.

Customized Treatments

Every individual’s hand and upper extremity structures are unique. Dr. Yalif believes that optimal results in any hand related procedure can be obtained when the surgeon customizes the procedure in accordance with the patient’s unique anatomical, functional, and aesthetic needs. Dr. Yalif combines medical, surgical, and non-surgical treatment options that may not be available at traditional orthopedic practices.

His customized approach to treating soft tissue, joint, and bone related conditions of the hand, fingers, wrist, and elbows helps him to achieve the highest patient satisfaction levels in every case. Dr. Yalif’s skills as a plastic surgeon, apart from his hand surgery expertise, put him in a strong position to provide consummate treatments that are both functionally and aesthetically sustainable and natural looking.

Personalized Care

Dr. Yalif prides himself on engaging closely with his patients throughout the treatment process and offering personalized care and attention. He ensures that every patient receives the highest quality of care, attention, and respect that they deserve. His patient friendly and holistic approach to diagnosing and treating hand-related diseases and injuries enables him to achieve best outcomes in a conservative, less invasive manner.

Leadership Role

In addition to devoting time to his private practice in the greater Atlanta area, Dr. Yalif assumes leadership roles in the community and at several top hospitals where he holds operating privileges. He has served as the Vice Chairman of the Department of Surgery at North Fulton Regional Hospital as well as serving as the Chairman. He delivers lectures across the country to share his expertise and knowledge with other hand surgeons.

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.

Tendonitis is a medical condition wherein the tendons, the cords or bands of tissue that connect the muscles to the bones, become inflamed, deteriorated or torn. This can happen due to a number of reasons, such as overusing or overworking the muscles for long durations or lifting very heavy weights too suddenly. Tendonitis can be extremely painful and if left untreated for a long time, can reduce the functionality in the area that is affected.

When can tendonitis occur?

Tendonitis can occur if we make sudden or sharp movements such as jumping or throwing something. Overuse of any muscle in the arm or leg such as stretching, squatting or lifting very heavy weights can also cause tendonitis. Depending on which part of the body has been affected with tendonitis, the appropriate treatment will have to be administered.

Treatment

A proper medical examination is of vital importance and must first be conducted for a proper diagnosis and treatment.

The doctor will usually suggest more simple forms of treatment before advancing to stronger treatments. The first step is to apply an ice pack to the affected area for 20-30 minutes, 3-4 times a day. Medications or painkillers such as ibuprofen or aspirin to reduce the pain and inflammation may be prescribed for up to 2-3 weeks, even a month, till the tendonitis gets better. Complete rest is as important as the other forms of treatment, as you cannot afford to aggravate the affected area or make the tendonitis worse.

More serious cases of tendonitis may require corticosteroid injections or anesthesia to be injected into the affected area. Physiotherapy, ultrasound massage therapy, deep heat treatments, water therapy and friction massage are other more advanced forms of treatment. The duration of therapy would depend upon the extent of the injury.

The last and most advanced form of treatment would be plastic surgery if the other treatments were not successful.

Why Y Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery?

Dr. Asaf Yalif is a triple board certified cosmetic surgeon with his clinic located in Atlanta at two places – Roswell and Woodstock. The office in Roswell is located at 2500 Hospital Blvd. Suite 410, Roswell, GA 30076 and the office in Woodstock is located at 145 Towne Lake Pkwy Suite 101, Woodstock, GA 30188.

Dr. Asaf understands the anatomy and functionality of each and every area of the body. When tendonitis affects the hand, we cannot move and use our fingers and thumbs properly and this requires professional treatment from an experienced plastic surgeon. Dr. Asaf’s clinic is one of the only few plastic surgery clinics in Atlanta to offer this area of specialization – hand reconstructive surgery.

He understands the complexity and uniqueness of each person’s hand and will recommend the perfect surgical plan that best suits your hand’s anatomy. Dr. Asaf and his experienced and friendly staff will treat you with care and comfort, and suggest a diagnosis and treatment plan that will have your hands in perfect shape soon.

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.

Tendonitis is nothing but an infection of the tendons. Tendons are another type of muscle in our body – thick, tough and flexible strands of tissue that connect our muscles to our bones. When a tendon becomes irritated or inflamed, or undergoes minute tears, tendonitis is said to occur.

Tendons can be large or small, depending on the size of the muscle that is to be connected to the bone. Tendons located in our hands are small and delicate, whereas tendons located in our thighs and legs are much heavier or ropelike.

Casues

These microscopic tears can occur mainly due to two reasons – overuse and overload.

Overuse of the tendons occurs when we suddenly start to use our hands and legs for motions or movements too repeatedly or too frequently, which the body was not used to before.

Overload of the tendons occurs when we increase the intensity of a certain activity too suddenly, such as weightlifting. If our body has become accustomed to lifting 3 kg weights on either arm, and we suddenly start to lift 5 kg weights, this could very well lead to a tendon tear in the arms.

Tendonitis can also occur due to other reasons, some of which are not fully known, but the above two causes are usually the most common causes of tendonitis.

Types of Tendonitis

Although people can suffer from tendonitis anywhere in their body, the most common areas where tendonitis can occur are –

• The shoulder – this type of tendonitis is called rotator cuff tendonitis and is the most commonly occurring form of tendonitis.
• The elbow – tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow are the two most common forms of elbow tendonitis.
• The knee – also called jumper’s knee – is the most common form of knee tendonitis.
• The wrist and hand – also known as de Quervain’s disease, causes severe pain in the back of the wrist, hand and fingers.
• The feet – or Achilles tendonitis, because it affects the Achilles tendon that connects the heel bone to the foot.

Treatment

Usually, tendonitis can be treated with medication and physiotherapy. Plastic or cosmetic surgery is rarely needed to cure tendonitis. It is usually resorted to when the other methods of treatment such as pills, ice packs and physiotherapy have failed to give the patient much relief. Also, if the tendon is very severely damaged and the condition has been ignored or left untreated for a long duration, then plastic surgery will have to be resorted to.

Dr. Asaf Yalif at Y Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Dr. Asaf Yalif understands the importance and use of the hand – its bones, joints, soft tissues, and how the fingers and thumb need to be in sync with each other in order for the hand to work properly. He and his team of experienced plastic surgeons understand the anatomy of the hand and the various traumas and problems that are associated with it.

Y Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery is located in Atlanta and has two offices situated in Roswell and Woodstock. The office in Roswell is located at 2500 Hospital Blvd. Suite 410, Roswell, GA 30076 and the office in Woodstock is located at 145 Towne Lake Pkwy Suite 101, Woodstock, GA 30188.

Dr. Asaf – triple board certified cosmetic surgeon and hand surgeon, and with his many years of experience will be sure to help you overcome any hand-related problems with the proper diagnosis, treatment. He, along with his very able staff with have your fingers functioning as perfectly as possible in no time.

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.