When your hand hurts, everything hurts. Whether you have suffered a traumatic hand injury, a hairline fracture, a tendon rupture, or a nerve compression condition like carpal tunnel syndrome, finding the right hand specialist in Delhi can make the difference between full recovery and long-term disability. Dr. Anubhav Gupta is widely regarded as one of …
When your hand hurts, everything hurts. Whether you have suffered a traumatic hand injury, a hairline fracture, a tendon rupture, or a nerve compression condition like carpal tunnel syndrome, finding the right hand specialist in Delhi can make the difference between full recovery and long-term disability.
Dr. Anubhav Gupta is widely regarded as one of the best hand surgeons in Delhi, with extensive expertise in treating complex hand injuries, hand fractures, nerve disorders, and reconstructive hand surgery. This comprehensive guide answers everything you need to know about hand injuries, common conditions, treatment options, and why choosing a dedicated hand specialist matters.
What Is a Hand Specialist (Hand Surgeon)? A hand specialist — also called a hand surgeon or hand and microsurgery specialist — is an orthopedic or plastic surgeon with advanced training specifically in the anatomy, diseases, and surgical treatment of the hand, wrist, and forearm. Unlike a general orthopedic surgeon, a hand specialist focuses exclusively on: • Bones and joints of the hand and wrist • Tendons and ligaments of the fingers and thumb • Nerves of the hand including median, ulnar, and radial nerves • Blood vessels and microsurgical reconstruction • Skin, soft tissues, and congenital hand deformities
Common Hand Injuries Treated by Dr. Anubhav Gupta
1. Hand Fractures and Wrist Fractures
Hand fractures are among the most common injuries seen in Delhi — from road accidents, sports injuries, workplace mishaps, and falls. Left untreated or poorly managed, they can lead to permanent stiffness, deformity, or arthritis.
Types of hand fractures treated:
• Distal radius fractures (Colles fracture, Smith fracture)
• Scaphoid fractures — frequently missed and requires specialist diagnosis
• Metacarpal fractures (Boxer’s fracture)
• Phalangeal fractures (finger bone fractures)
• Intra-articular fractures affecting the wrist joint
• Comminuted fractures with multiple bone fragments
Treatment options available:
• Closed reduction and plaster casting
• K-wire fixation (percutaneous pinning)
• Open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) with plates and screws
• External fixation for complex or open fractures
• Bone grafting for non-union fractures
2. Tendon Injuries of the Hand
Tendon injuries are serious — a cut or ruptured tendon can
make it impossible to bend or straighten your fingers. Tendons are delicate
structures that require precise microsurgical repair to restore function.
Common tendon injuries treated:
• Flexor tendon injuries (deep and superficial flexor
tendons)
• Extensor tendon injuries
• Mallet finger (ruptured extensor tendon at fingertip)
• Jersey finger (avulsed flexor digitorum profundus)
• Trigger finger (stenosing tenosynovitis)
3. Nerve Injuries and Nerve Compression Disorders
Nerve problems in the hand range from entrapment
syndromes causing numbness and tingling, to complete nerve cuts requiring
microsurgical repair. Dr. Anubhav Gupta is highly experienced in peripheral
nerve surgery and nerve reconstruction
syndromes causing numbness and tingling, to complete nerve cuts requiring
microsurgical repair. Dr. Anubhav Gupta is highly experienced in peripheral
nerve surgery and nerve reconstruction
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is the most common nerve
compression disorder in India, affecting millions of people — especially those
with desk jobs, diabetes, thyroid disorders, or who perform repetitive hand
movements.
Symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome:
• Numbness and tingling in the thumb, index, middle, and
ring fingers
• Pain that wakes you up at night
• Weakness in grip and difficulty holding objects
• Thenar muscle wasting in advanced cases
Treatment options:
• \Conservative: wrist splinting, physiotherapy, steroid
injections
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
Cubital tunnel syndrome involves compression of the ulnar nerve at the elbow, causing numbness in the ring and little fingers, clawing of fingers, and hand weakness.
Often caused by humeral shaft fractures or prolonged compression (Saturday night palsy), this leads to wrist drop and inability to extend the fingers.
Digital Nerve Injuries
Cuts to the fingers can sever digital nerves, causing permanent numbness. Microsurgical nerve repair or nerve grafting restores sensation in most cases.
4. Hand Infections
Hand infections can spread rapidly and destroy tendons, joints, and bones if not treated promptly. Common hand infections managed by Dr. Anubhav Gupta include:
• Felon (pulp space infection)
• Paronychia (nail fold infection)
• Flexor tenosynovitis (infection within the tendon sheath — a surgical emergency)
• Palmar space abscess
• Septic arthritis of finger joints
• Bite wounds (human and animal)
5. Dupuytren’s Contracture
Dupuytren’s contracture is a progressive condition where fibrous tissue thickens under the skin of the palm, pulling fingers into a bent position. Dr. Anubhav Gupta offers both fasciectomy surgery and collagenase injection therapy for this condition.
6. Ganglion Cysts and Wrist Tumors
Ganglion cysts are the most common lumps in the hand and wrist. While often harmless, they can cause pain, nerve compression, or cosmetic concern. Treatment options include aspiration, excision, or arthroscopic removal.
Other hand tumors treated:
• Giant cell tumor of tendon sheath
• Lipomas and epidermal inclusion cysts
• Glomus tumors (causing severe fingertip pain)
7. Replantation and Microsurgery
Traumatic amputation of fingers or the hand requires emergency microsurgical replantation — reattaching the severed part by reconnecting arteries, veins, nerves, and tendons under a microscope.
Dr. Anubhav Gupta is one of Delhi’s leading microsurgeons, with expertise in finger replantation, free flap reconstruction, and vascularized bone and nerve grafting — procedures that require specialized training and infrastructure.
8. Congenital Hand Deformities
Children born with hand deformities deserve specialized care to maximize function and quality of life.
Conditions treated include:
• Syndactyly (fused fingers)
• Polydactyly (extra fingers)
• Radial club hand
• Thumb hypoplasia and absence
• Trigger thumb in children
Adult brachial plexus palsy is a nerve injury that affects the shoulder, arm, and hand, usually after an accident or heavy impact. It can cause weakness or numbness in the arm. With the right treatment from Dr. Anubhav Gupta, a top brachial plexus surgeon in Delhi, patients can regain strength and arm movement.
Get advanced median nerve palsy treatment in Delhi with Dr. Anubhav Gupta, a trusted hand surgeon in Delhi. Our expert care addresses hand weakness, numbness, and tingling caused by median nerve compression. Using the latest hand and wrist nerve treatment techniques, we offer safe non-surgical and surgical options for fast nerve recovery, improved grip
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Why Choose Dr. Anubhav Gupta — Best Hand Surgeon in Delhi?
With dozens of orthopedic surgeons in Delhi, what makes Dr. Anubhav Gupta the preferred choice for hand injuries, fractures, and nerve problems?
Specialized Training and Expertise
Dr. Anubhav Gupta has undergone dedicated fellowship training in hand surgery and microsurgery — a level of specialization that sets him apart from general orthopedic surgeons.
This training includes:
• Advanced fracture fixation techniques for hand and wrist
• Microsurgical repair of tendons, nerves, and blood vessels
• Replantation surgery for traumatic amputations
• Nerve grafting and nerve transfer procedures
• Reconstructive surgery using flaps for complex hand wounds
Comprehensive, Patient-Centered Care
Dr. Anubhav Gupta takes a holistic approach to hand care — beginning with accurate diagnosis using clinical examination, X-rays, MRI, nerve conduction studies (NCS/EMG), and ultrasound.
Treatment is always individualized:
• Non-surgical management when appropriate (splinting, physiotherapy, injections)
• Minimally invasive surgery where possible
• Open surgery for complex cases requiring precision
• Post-operative rehabilitation coordinated with experienced hand therapists
State-of-the-Art Surgical Infrastructure
Operating with advanced surgical equipment including high-magnification operating microscopes, mini-fluoroscopy for intraoperative imaging, and specialized hand surgery instruments, Dr. Anubhav Gupta ensures precision outcomes.
High Patient Satisfaction and Proven Results
Dr. Anubhav Gupta has treated thousands of patients across Delhi and the NCR region — from daily wage workers and athletes to software professionals and homemakers — restoring hand function and helping them return to normal life.
Diagnosis: How Does Dr. Anubhav Gupta Evaluate Your Hand Problem?
An accurate diagnosis is the foundation of successful hand treatment. The evaluation process includes:
Clinical History
• Mechanism of injury (how it happened, when it happened)
• Dominant hand and occupation
• Symptoms: pain, numbness, weakness, stiffness, deformity
• Medical history (diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, thyroid disease)
Physical Examination
• Range of motion testing for all finger and wrist joints
• Grip strength and pinch strength measurement
• Sensory testing (two-point discrimination, Semmes-Weinstein monofilament)
• Special tests: Phalen’s test, Tinel’s sign, Finkelstein’s test, Watson’s test
• Tendon integrity assessment for each flexor and extensor
Diagnostic Investigations
• X-rays (plain radiographs): first-line for fractures and dislocations
• CT scan: for complex intra-articular fractures and scaphoid injuries
• MRI: for soft tissue injuries, ligament tears, avascular necrosis
• Ultrasound: for tendon tears, ganglion cysts, and nerve assessment
• Nerve conduction study (NCS) and electromyography (EMG): for carpal tunnel, cubital tunnel, and other nerve conditions
Treatment Philosophy: Surgery Is Never the First Option
Dr. Anubhav Gupta believes in evidence-based, conservative-first treatment. Surgery is recommended only when:
• Non-surgical treatment has failed after adequate trial
• The injury is of a type that requires surgical repair (tendon cut, displaced fracture, nerve laceration)
• Delaying surgery would worsen outcomes (flexor tenosynovitis, replantation)
Non-surgical treatments offered:
• Custom splinting and immobilization
• Physiotherapy and hand therapy exercises
• Corticosteroid injections for carpal tunnel, trigger finger, de Quervain’s tenosynovitis
• Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy
• Ultrasound-guided procedures
Book Your Consultation with Dr. Anubhav Gupta
If you or a loved one is suffering from a hand injury, fracture, nerve problem, or any hand or wrist condition, do not delay. Early expert care leads to faster recovery, better function, and less chance of long-term disability.
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