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Dr. Micheal LeGeyt, M.D.
Hand Surgeon
Dr. Michael LeGeyt is a hand surgeon practicing in West Hatfield, MA. Dr. LeGeyt specializes in caring for hand, wrist, and elbow problems with the option of surgery if necessary. My philosophy is one of compassion, dedication, and experience to optimize patient outcomes.
32 years
Experience
Dr. Micheal LeGeyt, M.D.
- West Hatfield, MA
- Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med- Farmington Ct
- Accepting new patients
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Should I see a neurologist for numbness and tingling?
Yes a consult with a neurologist is a good place to start.
How do you strengthen your thumb after surgery?
Occupational therapy would be an appropriate treatment to discuss with your physician.
How long does it take to recover from trigger finger surgery?
Recovery can take several months and depends on several factors.
Is it an essential tremor vs Parkinsons?
You need a consult with a neurologist to determine this. A hand surgeon cannot help with either essential tremor or Parkinson's disease.
What wrist surgery can you get for arthritis?
There are several options to treat this. It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon. I'd be happy to see you. please call 413-582-2600 READ MORE
There are several options to treat this.
It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon.
I'd be happy to see you.
please call 413-582-2600 to make an appointment.
It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon.
I'd be happy to see you.
please call 413-582-2600 to make an appointment.
Aspirin before surgery?
Best to check with your doctor about this.
What is the best surgery for hand spasms?
Depending on the cause of the spasms there are several options, some do not require surgery.
Best to discuss with a neurologist and determine if surgery is necessary
Best to discuss with a neurologist and determine if surgery is necessary
Can computer work cause rheumatic diseases?
Rheumatic disease is an autoimmune disease, it cannot be caused by typing.
Can a pinched nerve in your wrist cause tingling?
Yes
It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon.
I'd be happy to see you.
please call 413-582-2600 to make an appointment.
It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon.
I'd be happy to see you.
please call 413-582-2600 to make an appointment.
How long does an open fracture take to heal?
Recovery depends upon many factors.
Is twitching a sign of nerve damage?
Yes this could be a sign of nerve damage. A consult with a neurologist would be a good place to start.
Can a fracture move in a cast?
Yes, a fracture can move inside a cast.
What is the most effective treatment for hand nerve damage?
There are many factors that determine the best treatment option. It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon. I'd be happy to see READ MORE
There are many factors that determine the best treatment option.
It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon.
I'd be happy to see you.
please call 413-582-2600 to make an appointment.
It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon.
I'd be happy to see you.
please call 413-582-2600 to make an appointment.
Can an x-ray miss a broken hand?
yes this can happen, further testing such as a CT scan or MRI can sometimes pick up a fracture that regular x-rays miss. It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified READ MORE
yes this can happen, further testing such as a CT scan or MRI can sometimes pick up a fracture that regular x-rays miss.
It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon.
I'd be happy to see you.
please call 413-582-2600 to make an appointment.
It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon.
I'd be happy to see you.
please call 413-582-2600 to make an appointment.
Do I need to go to hospital for a dislocated hand?
absolutely, if you have a dislocated hand, please seek medical attention at your nearest emergency department.
Can you surgically get rid of arthritis?
yes
It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon.
I'd be happy to see you.
please call 413-582-2600 to make an appointment.
It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon.
I'd be happy to see you.
please call 413-582-2600 to make an appointment.
How do you remove sun spots on hands?
best to see a dermatologist for this problem, there are several options.
Will hand surgery fix the shaking in my right hand?
No surgery cannot fix shaking hands.
You should see a neurologist to identify the cause of this symptom.
You should see a neurologist to identify the cause of this symptom.
When can you write again after hand surgery?
There are many factors that determine how quickly you can use your hand to write. It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon. I'd READ MORE
There are many factors that determine how quickly you can use your hand to write.
It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon.
I'd be happy to see you.
please call 413-582-2600 to make an appointment.
It sounds like you should be evaluated by a Board-Certified Fellowship-Trained Hand surgeon.
I'd be happy to see you.
please call 413-582-2600 to make an appointment.
Are men and women are at equal risk for developing carpal tunnel syndrome?
The literature states women are more likely to develop carpal tunnel syndrome.
