Pediatric Hand and Upper Extremity Clinic
We are one of the few programs in the country that specializes in the care of the hand and upper extremity in infants, children and teens. We offer the full range of services – from microsurgical reconstruction of bones and soft tissue, to reconstructive surgery for injuries, to the treatment of congenital deformities and other conditions such as cysts, masses and nerve conditions.
Department: 330-543-3500
About Hand and Upper Extremity Clinic
We offer a host of treatment options including casting, bracing and therapeutic modalities. At times, reconstructive surgeries, including nerve repair, tendon repairs or transfers, fracture fixation, skeletal lengthening and microvascular surgery, are used.
We evaluate and treat children with congenital differences of the upper extremity as well as acquired and traumatic disorders of the hand, wrist and elbow. Other conditions we treat are:
- polydactyly (extra digits)
- syndactyly (webbed or joined fingers)
- cerebral palsy
- joint contractures
- amniotic band syndrome
- sports injuries to hand, wrist and elbow
Orthopedics, Akron
Akron Children's Orthopedics, AkronConsidine Professional Building
215 West Bowery Street
Level 7
Akron, Ohio 44308
Fax: 330-543-5001
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Appointments: 330-543-2778
Department: 330-543-3500
Orthopedics, Boardman
Akron Children's Orthopedics, Boardman6505 Market Street
Building A
Boardman, Ohio 44512
Fax: 330-729-1946
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Appointments: 330-543-2778
Department: 330-746-8070
Orthopedics, North Canton
Akron Children's Orthopedics, North CantonAkron Children's Health Center, North Canton
6076 Whipple Avenue Northwest
North Canton, Ohio 44720
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Appointments: 330-543-2778
Accepting new patients
Accepting new patients
Stephanie Russo, MD, PhD
Co-Director, Brachial Plexus Treatment Center; Pediatric Hand and Peripheral Nerve Surgeon
Accepting new patients
Julie Samora, MD, PhD
Chair, Department of Orthopedics; Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon
Accepting new patients
Accepting new patients
- For parents: A to Z: Tetraplegia
- For parents: Arthrogryposis (AMC)
- For kids: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- For parents: Ganglion Cysts
- For parents: Polydactyly
- For parents: Radial Dysplasia
- For parents: Symbrachydactyly
- For parents: Syndactyly
- For parents: Thumb Duplication
- For parents: Thumb Hypoplasia
- For parents: Ulnar Dysplasia
Open Clinical Studies
Assessment of reachable workspace in patients undergoing elbow or shoulder surgery
Use of markers with motion capture to see the space patients can reach with their hands before and after undergoing elbow or shoulder surgery.
More about this studyAssessment of reachable workspace in patients with Brachial Plexus (BP) or Cerebral Palsy (CP)
Use of markers with motion capture to see the space patients can reach with their hands to discover deficits in patients with Cerebral Palsy or Brachial Plexus.
More about this studyMotion Capture to Assess Function of Upper Extremities in Typically Developing Children
The study will use reflective markers that track movements to assess how children with no current injuries or health conditions can position and move their arms.
More about this study
Our hand surgery team includes hand surgeons, advanced practice providers, and hand therapists. At your clinic visit, your child’s hand or upper extremity will be examined. Our providers may incorporate toys or other interactive approaches to help your child feel comfortable during the visit. Diagnostic studies, such as x-rays, may be performed during the visit or scheduled, as appropriate. If your child may benefit from hand therapy, a hand therapist can see them during the same visit and help coordinate therapy services near your home. If your child needs a cast or a brace, these will be applied during the visit.
Programs and Clinics
- Specialty Programs:
- Motion Analysis Lab
Conditions and Treatments:
Amniotic band syndrome, arthrogryposis, avulsion fracture, brachial plexus injury, brachial plexus, buckle fracture, bursitis, camptodactyly, carpal tunnel syndrome, cerebral palsy, Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, cleft hand, congenital limb differences, distal radius fracture, duplicated thumb, Ellis-van Creveld syndrome, extensor tendon laceration, extra fingers, finger lacerations, fracture, ganglion cyst, gamekeeper’s thumb, golfer’s elbow, growth plate injury, humerus fracture, hypoplastic thumb, joint effusion, mallet finger, nail injuries, neurofibromatosis, nerve compression, nerve injuries, neuromuscular disorders, nursemaids’ elbow, pitcher’s elbow, polydactyly, radial club hand, spiral fracture, stress fracture, subluxation of shoulder, supernumerary digits, supination, syndactyly, tendinitis, tendon injury, tendon lacerations, tetraplegia, TFCC tears, trigger thumb or finger, tuft fracture, ulnar club hand, ulna styloid fracture, ulnar abutment syndrome, webbed fingers, wrist
