Hand / Wrist
The hand and wrist are remarkably intricate structures, composed of 27 bones, numerous tendons, ligaments, and nerves, all working together to perform the fine and complex movements we rely on every day. From typing and cooking to sport and manual work, our hands and wrists are in almost constant use, making them particularly vulnerable to both acute injuries and overuse conditions.
AVA Orthopaedics specialises in the assessment and treatment of hand and wrist injuries, tailoring each management plan to the individual patient. Our online video consultations are particularly well-suited to assessing, diagnosing, and managing hand and wrist conditions, allowing you to access expert orthopaedic care from the comfort of your own home. Whether your injury can be managed conservatively or requires surgical intervention, our team will guide you through every step of your recovery.
All conditions below are suitable for specialist online assessment at AVA Orthopaedics via secure video. No referral required for the Early Injury Assessment ($139). Excludes open wounds, severe deformity, active bleeding, and head/neck/back/chest/abdominal injuries. These require the Emergency Department first.
Conditions We Assess Online
Wrist fracture (distal radius/scaphoid)
Including non displaced distal radius, scaphoid and buckle fractures. Specialist review of X-ray or CT, cast or splint guidance, and determination of surgical threshold. CT is arranged for occult scaphoid fractures where plain X-ray is inconclusive.
Wrist sprain
Ligamentous wrist injury, including TFCC and scapholunate ligament sprains. Specialist assessment, imaging direction, and structured management plan to prevent chronic instability.
Scaphoid fracture (suspected or confirmed)
High-risk wrist fracture often missed on plain X-ray. Specialist assessment, CT direction, and management, including cast or surgical guidance.
Thumb UCL injury (skier's / gamekeeper's thumb)
Ulnar collateral ligament tear: common in ball and contact sports. Specialist assessment and surgical threshold guidance.
Finger ligament sprains and dislocations (post-reduction)
Including PIP and MCP joint injuries. Imaging review, splints, buddy-taping, and return-to-play direction.
Distal radius fracture (post-ED, non-surgical)
Review of fracture alignment, cast management, and rehabilitation guidance.
Mallet finger
Extensor tendon avulsion at the fingertip. Splinting direction and recovery timeline guidance.
De Quervain's tenosynovitis
Wrist and thumb tendon overuse condition. Clinical assessment and management, including injection therapy discussion.
Metacarpal fracture (post-ED, stable)
Review of imaging, immobilisation guidance, and structured return-to-function plan.
Not suitable for online assessment: attend the Emergency Department first
- Open wounds or visible bone deformity
- Uncontrolled or heavy bleeding
- Severe deformity or inability to move a limb with no prior assessment
- High-impact trauma not yet seen in person
- Head, neck, back, chest, or abdominal injuries
- Loss of sensation or circulation in a limb
In an emergency, call 000 or attend your nearest Emergency Department.
Get specialist direction on your injury
Book an online consultation and leave with a clear diagnosis, a structured plan, and your next step - without the wait.
