Appointments in San Diego, Chula Vista, and Murrieta · Workers' compensation accepted
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Hand, wrist, and elbow specialty care
English and Spanish-speaking staff
Acute and chronic conditions
Overview
What it is
Tendons connect muscles to the fingers and thumb.
Symptoms
A deep cut, forced bend, or sudden pull can interrupt the tendon and make a finger unable to bend or straighten. Timing matters because tendon ends retract and scar tissue develops.
How we diagnose it
Tendons connect muscles to the fingers and thumb. A deep cut, forced bend, or sudden pull can interrupt the tendon and make a finger unable to bend or straighten. Timing matters because tendon ends retract and scar tissue develops.
Non-surgical treatment
Prompt examination of motion, sensation, and wound
Imaging when needed to define the injury
Surgery
Microsurgical repair followed by a structured therapy plan
What recovery looks like
A repaired tendon needs protection while it heals. Hand therapy usually starts early under a specific protocol, and recovery continues over several months.
