By Mr Stephen Lipscombe
26.07.23
Orthopaedic surgeon
How does basal thumb arthritis affect lifestyle?
Here, Mr Stephen Lipscombe tells us all we should know about basal thumb arthritis, including in what ways patients' lifestyle is usually affected by the condition.
By Mr Stephen Lipscombe
08.06.23
Orthopaedic surgeon
Dupuytren’s contracture: A guide to surgical and non-surgical treatment
For patients with Dupuytren’s contracture, the range of both surgical and non-surgical treatment options available helps most people to manage their condition effectively. In this informative article, highly revered consultant orthopaedic surgeon Mr Stephen Lipscombe details the available options and also discusses the most common ways the condition can affect the hand's function.
By Mr Stephen Lipscombe
18.05.22
Orthopaedic surgeon
What is carpal tunnel decompression?
Tingling, numbness and pain in your hands and fingers may indicate carpal tunnel syndrome, a common condition caused by a compression of the median nerve. To treat this condition, an orthopaedic surgeon may carry out a carpal tunnel decompression. Mr Stephen Lipscombe, highly experienced hand and wrist surgeon, explains what this procedure involves.
By Mr Stephen Lipscombe
27.11.20
Orthopaedic surgeon
Wrist joint replacement: when to have surgery for arthritis
If you have exhausted all non-surgical treatment options for your wrist arthritis, you may want to discuss with your specialist whether you are a suitable candidate for wrist joint replacement surgery as an effective way to relieve pain. We spoke to one of our wrist surgeons Dr Stephen Lipscombe all about the procedure and just how effective it can be.
By Mr Stephen Lipscombe
09.11.20
Orthopaedic surgeon
Deciding on the best treatment for wrist arthritis
Wondering where to start with your treatment options for your wrist arthritis? Whether it's from a wearing a splint to steroid injections or even surgery, one of our expert hand and wrist surgeons Mr Stephen Lipscombe explains all of the possibilities that are available to relieve you from wrist pain.
By Mr Stephen Lipscombe
30.09.20
Orthopaedic surgeon
Trigger finger surgery explained by a specialist
Sometimes, surgery is necessary to cure a trigger digit. Dr Stephen Lipscombe explains when surgery for trigger finger or trigger thumb is necessary, what to expect from the procedure and its success rate.
By Mr Stephen Lipscombe
15.09.20
Orthopaedic surgeon
Hand swelling and the treatment of finger cysts
Do you have a bothersome cyst on your finger? In some cases, these can be painful! Hand and wrist surgeon Dr Stephen Lipscombe explains how these are treated.
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