Hand and Wrist Surgeon in Southlake, TX

The Hand and Wrist Institute at Southlake

If you’re looking for a skilled hand surgeon in Southlake, Texas, you’ll find that Dr. Knight is an orthopedic hand and upper extremity surgeon. He offers decades of experience. His dedication puts him at the forefront of this specialty, providing skilled solutions for nearly every condition of the upper extremities.

Expert Hand Surgeon in Southlake, TX

At The Hand and Wrist Institute, we can help you get the right diagnosis and develop an effective treatment plan to protect or restore your hand and wrist strength and range of motion. We specialize in conservative treatments but offer a wide range of expert surgeries as well when non-surgical options don’t work. Come to us for a full evaluation and treatment plan.

Comprehensive Hand and Wrist Treatment

Our integrated approach includes everything from your initial consultation to pain management and rehabilitation. We commonly start with conservative care using a non-surgical approach. We may proceed to surgical options if these initial treatments don’t improve your condition. Dr. Knight excels in advanced wrist arthroscopic procedures that take a minimally invasive approach.

Non-Surgical Treatments

Non-surgical treatments are the first option for many hand and wrist conditions. Proper immobilization followed by carefully managed rehabilitation can offer a full recovery for numerous injuries and ailments. We won’t suggest complex procedures unless they’re necessary. Our team will work closely with you throughout the recovery process to assist with pain management so you can comfortably work to restore strength and range of motion in the affected area.

Surgical Treatments

In some cases, surgical treatment is the best course of action for prompt symptom relief and a full recovery. Dr. Knight excels at complex hand and wrist procedures. He’s an expert with many advanced techniques, including stitchless endoscopic carpal tunnel release. Dr. Knight was one of the first surgeons in the nation to implant the internal computerized Free Hand System that helps restore hand function for quadriplegic patients.

We’re passionate about care. When you come to the Hand and Wrist Institute, hands and wrists are what we work on all day.

Hand and Wrist Conditions We Treat

We specialize in upper arm extremities, so we can provide focused care for this complex part of the body. We provide skilled treatment and innovative solutions to help you retain essential functionality in your hands and arms.

Hand Conditions

The hand is an intricate construction with 27 joints, 27 bones, and more than 100 ligaments and tendons. Dr. Knight was drawn to this specialty due to the intricate nature of the work. We have extensive experience providing both surgical and non-surgical solutions for:

• Hand arthritis
• Boutonniere finger
• Trigger finger
• Mallet finger
• Vascular disorders
• Hand fractures
• Finger joint and tendon injuries
• Cuts and lacerations
• Dislocated fingers
• Digital mucoid cysts
• Glomus tumors
• Nail bed injuries and infections
• Burns on the hand
• Nerve injuries

If you’re suffering from extreme pain, swelling, or bruising in the hand, you should schedule an appointment to have your condition evaluated. Tingling and numbness are critical symptoms as well. These can indicate nerve damage that should be addressed immediately. Don’t wait to contact The Hand and Wrist Institute for a prompt appointment.

Wrist Conditions

Your wrist provides the essential range of motion that allows you to drive, write, cook, and perform many functions of daily life. Athletes and manual workers have an especially high risk of wrist pain and injuries. If you can’t comfortably or effectively use your wrist, it’s important to see a health care professional.

Some of the wrist conditions that we commonly treat include:

• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Radial tunnel syndrome
• Ulnar tunnel syndrome
• Cartilage and ligament tears
• Wrist fractures
• Kienbock’s disease
• Wrist sprains
• Ganglion cysts
• Intersection syndrome

The wrist is constantly working to help you perform everyday functions at work, at play, and at home. Overuse and trauma injuries are common. If you’re experiencing pain, discomfort, numbness, swelling, tingling, or a reduced range of motion, schedule your appointment with The Hand and Wrist Institute to find an effective solution.

Our Approach

At The Hand and Wrist Institute, you’ll receive prompt, attentive care. Our Southlake office is well-equipped with on-site imaging equipment so we can properly evaluate your condition the day of your appointment. Our exam suite includes a touchscreen monitor so you can review your X-rays with Dr. Knight just minutes after they’re taken.

After an examination and review of your images, Dr. Knight will recommend a treatment plan. We’re conveniently located just a few blocks from an advanced imaging facility if additional testing is needed. We offer conservative non-surgical care directly in our Southlake location. If you need advanced surgical care, Dr. Knight uses Legent Hospital in Plano, Texas.

About Dr. Knight

Dr. Knight is an orthopedic hand and upper extremity surgeon. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Knight has worked on a wide range of medical conditions affecting the hand, wrist, and upper extremities.

Dr. Knight obtained his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport. There, he was awarded the Louisiana Orthopedic Association’s Outstanding Student Award. Dr. Knight went on to complete a Hand and Upper Extremity Fellowship at the Joseph H. Boyes program in Los Angeles. Over his career, Dr. Knight has worked on professional athletes, musicians, and actors to help them maintain their hand and wrist health.