Thumb Fractures

Hand & Wrist Broken Bones & Injuries - Adelaide Orthopaedic Specialist

A thumb fracture is a break in either of the two bones which make up the thumb. It can affect your ability to grasp items, ad can increase your risk of developing arthritis later in life. Most severe thumb fractures occur near the joint, and are caused by a direct fall to the outstretched hand.

Conservative treatment of thumb fractures (through immobilisation) is often possible, but larger or complicated fractures which involve damage to surrounding structures (like nerves, tendons, or blood vessels) may require surgery to repair.

Dr James McLean provides consultation and various treatments for thumb fractures and a wide variety of other hand and wrist conditions in his multiple practice locations in Adelaide and Darwin. With his extensive experience in treating upper limb conditions, he works with his patients to create tailored treatment plans which yield the best possible outcomes for their injuries. Click here for more information on other conditions involving the shoulder, hand, wrist, and elbow which Dr James McLean has a special interest in treating.

This page was adapted from https://orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/diseases--conditions/thumb-fractures: click the link to read more about the condition. To find out more about thumb fractures or to book a consultation, contact Dr James McLean.

Patient information for hand and wrist surgeries, injuries and conditions.

Hand & Wrist Treatments

Dr James McLean performs many different surgeries to treat hand/wrist injuries and conditions. Browse the links below for more information on individual surgeries and how they are performed.

Electrodiagnostic testing (for neurological testing)

Replantation

Restoring Hand Function After Spinal Cord Injury

Total Finger joint replacements

Total Wrist Joint Replacement (Wrist Arthroplasty)

Depending on the type and severity of your hand/wrist injury, surgery might be the best option. Dr James McLean specialises in minimally invasive arthroscopic (key-hole) surgery. His aim is to get you the best possible outcome, taking into account your lifestyle, general health and family situation. Before surgery, Dr McLean will guide you through the process and address any concerns you have.

If you have a sports injury or other hand/wrist condition, act now to make an appointment. Delaying treatment can cause permanent damage and reduce the potential for a full recovery.

Call our friendly team on 08 8267 8292 to make an appointment or use our handy online booking service. Consultations are available in Parkside (SA), Bedford Park (SA), Ashford (SA), Elizabeth Vale (SA), Darwin (NT).