Halluxmed Surgery ▪ Orthopaedics
Shoulder, elbow and hand surgery
Explore treatment options and meet the Halluxmed specialists.
Pain, numbness or restricted movement can involve different structures of the upper limb. Choose the affected area to explore the conditions we treat. A consultation helps establish the diagnosis and a plan that may involve nonsurgical care or an operation.
Questions about shoulder, elbow and hand surgery ↓Doctors performing procedures
Prof. Leszek Romanowski, MD, PhD
Specialist in orthopedics and musculoskeletal traumatology
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Piotr Romanowski, MD, PhD
Specialist in orthopedics and musculoskeletal traumatology
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Piotr Czarnecki, MD, PhD
Specialist in orthopedics and musculoskeletal traumatology
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Michał Górecki, MD, PhD
Specialist in orthopedics and musculoskeletal traumatology, hand surgeon
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MD, PhD Robert Spławski
Specialist in orthopedics and musculoskeletal traumatology
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MD, PhD Piotr Ogrodowicz
Specialist in orthopedics and musculoskeletal traumatology
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Dr Damian Bartkiewicz
Specialist in orthopaedics and musculoskeletal traumatology, currently training in sports medicine
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MD, PhD Maciej Bręborowicz
Specialist in orthopedics and musculoskeletal traumatology, hand surgeon
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MD, PhD Paweł Michalski
Specialist in orthopedics and musculoskeletal traumatology
Meet the doctorQuestions about shoulder, elbow and hand surgery
Shoulder
Is shoulder arthroscopy always the same operation?
No. Arthroscopy describes access to the joint; treatment depends on the injury. Tendon repair and shoulder stabilisation can require different postoperative instructions.
Will I need a sling after shoulder surgery?
Whether and how long a sling is needed depends on the procedure. Before discharge, the team explains permitted movements and when to begin each stage of exercise.
When can I return to work and sport after shoulder surgery?
Timing depends on healing, your work and sporting demands. Desk work and overhead manual work require different levels of function; agree a return plan with your doctor and physiotherapist.
Elbow
Can numb fingers be related to the elbow?
Yes. One possible cause is compression of the ulnar nerve at the elbow. Similar symptoms can have other causes, so examination and sometimes further tests are needed.
Does every elbow injury need surgery?
No. The decision depends on the injury, joint stability and function. The doctor discusses nonsurgical options and situations where an operation is needed.
Why does elbow rehabilitation need an individual plan?
Exercises must balance protection of healing structures with restoring movement. Permitted movements differ between procedures; follow the plan from your treating team.
Hand
Does hand numbness always mean carpal tunnel syndrome?
No. Diagnosis requires assessing symptoms and examining the hand. The doctor may recommend tests to identify where the sensory problem originates and what causes it.
Can I grip objects firmly immediately after hand surgery?
Loading depends on the procedure and healing. Instructions differ after nerve, tendon or joint surgery; discuss lifting and manual work with your doctor before resuming them.
Does sensation return immediately after nerve release?
Improvement may be gradual. Its extent depends partly on how long and how severely the nerve has been affected; complete recovery of sensation cannot be guaranteed.
Before consultation
Which section should I choose: shoulder, elbow or hand?
Start with the area where you feel symptoms. If pain radiates or affects several areas, describe this when booking and during the consultation; location alone does not establish the diagnosis.
What should I bring to an orthopaedic consultation?
Bring previous treatment records, imaging reports and images, and a list of your medicines. Be ready to describe injuries, symptom duration and activities that are difficult.
Does a consultation mean I will have surgery?
No. The doctor first assesses the cause and severity of the problem. If surgery is considered, its purpose, alternatives, risks and recovery plan are discussed.
