Volkmann Ischemic Contracture
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Volkmann's ischemic contracture is a deformity of the hand and wrist that results from damage to the muscles and nerves of the forearm when their blood supply is reduced, causing stiffness and a fixed position of the fingers.
Who treats it? The hand surgeon is the specialist who evaluates this condition, along with the orthopedic surgeon.
Common manifestations: pain, paleness, loss of strength, and, over time, flexed fingers that cannot be straightened.
When to seek care? It usually arises after forearm injuries; severe pain or changes in color and sensation after an injury require care without delay so that a professional can evaluate the circulation.
Data on 150 doctors who treat volkmann ischemic contracture
Which specialist treats volkmann ischemic contracture?
Volkmann's ischemic contracture is treated by an orthopedist or a hand surgeon, specialists in muscle and bone injuries of the arm and hand. If after a fracture or injury you have stiffness and severe pain in your forearm or hand, see one of these specialists right away. You can find these specialists near you through our directory.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in volkmann ischemic contracture
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. César Nájera
Dr. Hugo Arturo González Martínez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Diego Alejandro Oliva Vallejo
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Rogelio García Cruz
Dr. Christian Jonathan Ventoledo López
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Dr. Luis Daniel Ramos Montes
Dr. Mario Becerra Fernández
Dr. Gloria Nayeli Vega Hernández
Frequently asked questions
What is volkmann ischemic contracture?
Volkmann's ischemic contracture is a deformity of the hand and wrist that results from damage to the muscles and nerves of the forearm when their blood supply is reduced, causing stiffness and a fixed position of the fingers.
Which doctor treats volkmann ischemic contracture?
Volkmann's ischemic contracture is treated by an orthopedist or a hand surgeon, specialists in muscle and bone injuries of the arm and hand. If after a fracture or injury you have stiffness and severe pain in your forearm or hand, see one of these specialists right away. You can find these specialists near you through our directory.