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Dr. Ryan Thomas, MD
Hand Surgeon
Dr. Ryan Thomas is a hand surgeon practicing in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Thomas specializes in caring for hand, wrist and forearm problems without the option of surgery unless necessary. Many hand surgeons are also experts in diagnosing and caring for shoulder and elbow problems and tend to suggest non-surgical treatments such as hand therapy or physical therapy.
19 years
Experience
Dr. Ryan Thomas, MD
- Corpus Christi, TX
- University of Texas Medical Branch
- Accepting new patients
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Irritating scar tissue, what can I do?
Vitamin E oil works very well for scars. Using the oil for deep tissue massage can be very helpful. If this fails scars can be revised with surgery.
Recovery expectations for knuckle joint replacement
Joint replacement for the metacarpal joints is a big operation. The recovery will likely take several months. The results are usually very good so tell her to hang in there and READ MORE
Joint replacement for the metacarpal joints is a big operation. The recovery will likely take several months. The results are usually very good so tell her to hang in there and be positive. A motivated patient is the most important piece of the puzzle. Good luck
Pin in my finger
Sometimes the pins will work loose. This usually causes pain. If there is no pain I would not worry about the pin.
How long does it take for an incision to heal after hand surgery?
The skin in the hand is very unique. It will need at least two weeks to close. Expect soreness for 6-8 weeks
Can you speed up nerve damage recovery?
Several things:
1. If you smoke stop; nicotine will slow healing
2. You will need a good therapist to help you progress
These things might help good luck
1. If you smoke stop; nicotine will slow healing
2. You will need a good therapist to help you progress
These things might help good luck
What helps nerve pain in hands?
Depends on the cause. Carpal tunnel for example is a nerve entrapment. Things like a carpal tunnel brace worn at night can help.
Do I need to go to hospital for a dislocated hand?
Any dislocation needs immediate medical attention. So yes the hospital, your doctor or the ER.
When should I go to the doctor for hand pain?
Pain is never normal. See your physician for this or a hand surgeon. Many things that are very painful are easily and simply treated.
What do plastic surgeons recommend for hand scars?
There are procedures for scar revision if the scar is painful or unsightly.
Is burnt skin repair surgery an elective procedure?
That will be up to the current level of Covid in your area. Some states are still closed others never shut down. A call to the local health department or your doctor will help. READ MORE
That will be up to the current level of Covid in your area. Some states are still closed others never shut down. A call to the local health department or your doctor will help.
