How Hand Reconstruction Can Save Function After Severe Injury

A severe hand injury does not always mean permanent disability or amputation. Advances in reconstructive microsurgery now allow surgeons to restore remarkable levels of movement, strength, and sensation. Hand surgeon Laura Wong, MD, PhD, explains what modern hand reconstruction can accomplish, how treatment decisions are tailored to each patient’s goals and lifestyle, why time is critical after an injury, and the essential role of rehabilitation in helping patients regain independence and return to the activities they love.