Hand Surgery
	Intricate in design and function, the hand is an amazing work of anatomy. Form follows function in the hand, therefore, any injury to the underlying structures of the hand carries the potential for serious handicap. To reduce this risk, even the smallest hand injuries should be assessed by a doctor trained in evaluating hand injuries. Industrial injuries, especially those caused by sharp surfaces, may appear minor and tend to be sutured up. However the chances of injury to tendons and nerves are high in these cases and may lead to complications and loss of function if not properly evaluated and treated. This is best done in a hospital which offers Hand Surgery as a superspeciality, where the specialist Hand Surgeon can be consulted in on an out patient basis or, in an emergency, the specially trained casualty staff will evaluate specifically determine whether patient needs to be referred to a specialist.     The goal with injuries to the hand is a rapid and accurate initial evaluation so the short- and long-term effects can be minimized. On their part patients must err on the side of caution and any discomfort or loss of sensation / function of the limb should be taken as signs that a specialist Hand Surgeon should be consulted.     Minor burns may not require immediate medical evaluation. If you have any doubt, however, please get a doctor to evaluate the injury.     Injuries to the hand causing the following symptoms generally require emergency medical attention at a hospital's Emergency Department.         The hand is so complex that seeing a specialist yields the best solution--even for conditions or injuries that seem insignificant.         At Jehangir we have a team of reputed Hand surgeons who provide coverage round the clock and are able to offer a rapid evaluation and quick treatment, thereby minimizing damage or functional loss.           Severe bleeding Numbness Loss of motion or strength Severe pain Obvious deformity or amputation Any of the signs of infection, such as tenderness, local warmth, redness, swelling, pus, or fever Exposure of underlying structures, such as tendons, bones, joints, arteries, veins, or nerves   Fractures, dislocations   Deep, gaping (open), or dirty cuts   With burns, if the skin is disrupted or if the burn goes completely around a finger, hand, or wrist, seek immediate care. Home care for hand injuries initially involves smart first aid techniques. In most cases, serious hand injuries will require medical attention. To control bleeding in a hand injury, one of the most important steps is to raise the hand above the level of the heart