Hand Surgery is surgery of the hand, the wrist and the peripheral nerves of the upper limb. It also encompasses reconstructive surgery that improves upper limb function.

Many disorders and injuries of the hand are treated without surgery, using splints, taping, injections and hand physiotherapy. 
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Hand therapy is the non-surgical management of hand disorders and injuries using physical methods such as exercise, splinting and wound care. Hand therapists also treat other upper limb disorders that affect hand function. Read more

The hands are an extraordinary part of our body and allow us an ability to perform multiple different activites of potentially incredible dexterity.

Unfortunately, things can go wrong and there are a variety of conditions that can affect the hand.  These may involve the joints, the bones and the surrounding soft tissues. This section will help you find the condition that my be causing your symptoms.. Read more

The Scar Free Foundation is a national fundraising charity established in 1999 to champion the cause of people living with disfigurement and visible loss of function by funding research into pioneering surgical and psychological healing techniques.

BSSH is one of six leading medical associations that act as ‘Principal Members’ of the charity, closely involved in its management and defining the Foundation’s research strategy.

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A congenital anomaly is one noted at birth. Anomalies can be relatively minor or can be more major. The care of children with congenital hand anomalies usually involves a team of healthcare professionals, including hand surgeons from the BSSH. Read more

You can search for members of the Society by their surname and/or find members who are near to you. Note that only those members who have chosen to make their details available here can be viewed.  Read more