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Dr. Harrison B. Solomon, MD

Hand Surgeon

Dr. Harrison Solomon MD is a top Hand Surgeon in Chevy Chase, Maryland. With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to his specialty, Dr. Solomon is an expert in changing the lives of his patients for the better. Through his dedication and expertise in the field, Dr. Solomon is a prime example of a true leader in healthcare. As a leader in his field, Dr. Solomon is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. He embodies the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. In Chevy Chase, MD, Dr. Harrison Solomon is a true asset to his field and dedicated to the profession of hand and shoulder surgery.
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27 years Experience
Dr. Harrison B. Solomon, MD
Specializes in:
  • Hand Surgeon
  • Hand Surgery
  • Hand disorders
  • Shoulder surgery
  • Rotator Cuff Injuries
  • Wrist Fracture Treatment
  • Chevy Chase, MD
  • New York University School of Medicine
  • Accepting new patients

My hands swell when I exercise

That’s unusual. It could be a heart or vascular problem. Consult with your medical doctor.

After a fracture my finger seems tilted. Why?

There are 2 possible reasons. Either it is swollen and appears crooked. Or the bone has actually healed with some angulation. Consult with your hand surgeon.

What could be the reason for my frozen shoulder?

Frozen shoulder often times is idiopathic — which means it has no identifiable cause. If that is the case, the cause is bad luck!

If I sprain my hand, should I put a hot compress or a cold compress?

After injuries I recommend ice for the first 48 hours, and then heat after that.

Can anxiety cause pain in the shoulders and arms?

Thank you for that question. Anxiety can certainly cause those symptoms. And it is a common source of shoulder, arm, and hand pain. However, as always, I would advise you to see READ MORE
Thank you for that question. Anxiety can certainly cause those symptoms. And it is a common source of shoulder, arm, and hand pain. However, as always, I would advise you to see your doctor to be sure there is not something more serious causing this.

Harrison Solomon, M.D.

Depuytren's contacture question

There is some literature that supports the use of radiation in Dupuytrens contracture. I don’t recommend it to my patients because of potentially adverse effects on the hand. And READ MORE
There is some literature that supports the use of radiation in Dupuytrens contracture. I don’t recommend it to my patients because of potentially adverse effects on the hand. And it’s unlikely to reverse a contracture.

Harrison Solomon, M.D.

Hand surgery for RA - what to expect?

It just depends on the surgery. Your doctor will have to answer that question!

Harrison Solomon, M.D.

Recovery expectations for knuckle joint replacement

Recovery for this type of surgery takes 3-6 months. With still more improvements up to one year. Patience and reassurance can be helpful early on! I hope that helps. Take care. Harrison READ MORE
Recovery for this type of surgery takes 3-6 months. With still more improvements up to one year. Patience and reassurance can be helpful early on!

I hope that helps. Take care.

Harrison Solomon, M.D.

Irritating scar tissue, what can I do?

Scar tissue is normal...and yes it is annoying. However it goes away on its own. It peaks at approximately 6 weeks after surgery. It should be mostly gone at 6 months after surgery. Massage READ MORE
Scar tissue is normal...and yes it is annoying. However it goes away on its own. It peaks at approximately 6 weeks after surgery. It should be mostly gone at 6 months after surgery.

Massage and moisture helps. Use hand lotion and massage the scar with your other hand. I also like Aquaphor or other petroleum based moisturizers.

I hope that helps!

Harrison Solomon, M.D.