Resources

What can I expect after a finger dislocation? Your fingers are made up of several small bones and each one of these is called a ‘phalanx’. These bones are connected to each other in small joints. A dislocation is when one of these joints is disrupted due to the bones moving out of position. This […]

Introduction This booklet is designed for people who have been referred for an orthopaedic joint replacement procedure to be carried out as a day case at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Gateshead. This will include information on how you can prepare for your visit, what to expect when you are here and some advice for after […]

This leaflet aims to help you understand and gain the maximum benefit from your operation. It gives advice and will help you manage and treat your symptoms. If after reading this leaflet you have any questions, please get in touch. What is cubital tunnel? Cubital tunnel syndrome is a condition which affects the ulnar nerve, […]

This leaflet explains about trigger finger release surgery, what it is and how it can be treated. What is trigger finger/thumb? Trigger finger affects the flexor tendons in the finger(s) which makes it difficult to bend and straighten the affected digit. It can affect the thumb or any finger and more than one digit can […]

Introduction This leaflet is for anyone being listed for a Scarf and Akin Osteotomy surgery at Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust. What is this operation for? This surgery is to correct a Bunion which may be advised if your symptoms are significant, non-surgical measures have been exhausted and do not relieve the discomfort of the […]

This leaflet explains about carpal tunnel, what it is and how it can be treated. It is intended for patients who are either thinking about or have decided to have surgery and aims to help you understand and gain the maximum benefit from your operation. What is the carpal tunnel? Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is […]