Surgical Management of Neuromas of the Hand and Wrist

J Am Acad Orthop Surg. 2019 May 15;27(10):356-363. doi: 10.5435/JAAOS-D-17-00398.

Abstract

Neuromas of the hand and wrist are common causes of peripheral nerve pain. Neuromas are formed after the nerve sustains an injury, and they can be debilitating and painful. The diagnosis is made by a thorough history and physical examination. The treatment options are quite varied, but conservative measures tailored to the patient should be initiated first. No surgical treatment has been proven superior to others or to nonsurgical treatment.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Denervation / methods*
  • Hand*
  • Humans
  • Microscopy, Electron
  • Neuralgia / etiology
  • Neuroma / diagnosis
  • Neuroma / etiology
  • Neuroma / surgery*
  • Neuroma / ultrastructure
  • Peripheral Nerve Injuries / complications
  • Peripheral Nerves / ultrastructure
  • Rats
  • Wrist*