Hand Surgery
& Reconstruction
Expert Care for Hand Conditions, Injuries and Trauma
Your hands are essential to almost everything you do. Whether you're working, playing sport, caring for your family or enjoying your hobbies, pain or loss of hand function can have a significant impact on your daily life.
Dr Namal Munasinghe provides comprehensive assessment and treatment for a wide range of hand conditions, injuries and traumatic injuries. His goal is to relieve pain, restore function and help patients return to their normal activities as safely and efficiently as possible.
As an Australian-trained Specialist Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr Namal has extensive experience in hand surgery, treating both emergency injuries and elective hand conditions.
Whether you have developed a chronic hand condition or sustained an injury requiring urgent treatment, you will receive an individualised treatment plan tailored to your needs.
Common Hand Conditions Treated
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve becomes compressed as it passes through the wrist. Common symptoms include numbness, tingling, pain and weakness affecting the thumb, index, middle and part of the ring finger.
When symptoms persist despite non-surgical treatment, carpal tunnel release surgery may be recommended to relieve pressure on the nerve and improve hand function.
Trigger Finger
Trigger finger occurs when inflammation around a tendon prevents the finger or thumb from moving smoothly. The affected finger may lock, catch or click during movement and can become painful over time.
Trigger finger release surgery is a straightforward procedure that allows the tendon to glide freely, improving movement and reducing discomfort.
Dupuytren's Disease
Dupuytren's disease causes thickening of tissue beneath the skin of the palm, leading to bending of one or more fingers over time.
Treatment depends on the severity of the condition and may include surgery to improve finger extension and hand function.
Ganglion Cysts
Ganglion cysts are common, non-cancerous, fluid-filled lumps that usually develop around the wrist, hand or fingers. Although many are painless, some can become uncomfortable or interfere with movement.
When symptoms persist or the cyst continues to recur, ganglion cyst excision may be recommended.
Thumb Arthritis
Arthritis at the base of the thumb is a common cause of pain, weakness and difficulty gripping everyday objects.
Treatment options range from splinting and injections through to reconstructive surgery for more advanced arthritis.
Hand Trauma
Dr Namal manages a wide range of traumatic hand injuries, including:
Hand and finger fractures
Tendon injuries
Nerve injuries
Lacerations
Crush injuries
Fingertip injuries
Nail bed injuries
Complex soft tissue injuries
Prompt assessment and treatment are important to optimise recovery and preserve hand function.
Skin Cancer of the Hand
Skin cancers affecting the hand and fingers require careful surgical management to achieve complete removal while preserving movement and appearance whenever possible.
Dr Namal performs both skin cancer excision and reconstructive procedures, including local flaps and skin grafts where required.
Personalised Hand Surgery
Every patient's condition is different. During your consultation, Dr Namal will carefully assess your symptoms, explain your diagnosis and discuss all appropriate treatment options. Whether surgery is required or conservative management is appropriate, he will work with you to develop a treatment plan that best suits your lifestyle and goals.
Hand Surgery & Reconstruction
Hand surgery is a specialised area of plastic and reconstructive surgery focused on restoring the function, movement and appearance of the hand, wrist and fingers. Because the hand contains a complex network of bones, joints, tendons, nerves, muscles and blood vessels, treatment requires a detailed understanding of hand anatomy and meticulous surgical technique.
Dr Namal Munasinghe provides expert assessment and treatment for a wide range of hand conditions, including traumatic injuries, fractures, tendon and nerve injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, Dupuytren's disease, ganglion cysts, thumb arthritis, skin cancers and complex soft tissue injuries.
Whether you require emergency treatment following an injury or elective surgery for a chronic hand condition, Dr Namal is committed to providing personalised care aimed at relieving pain, restoring function and helping you return to your everyday activities.
Hand Surgery & Reconstruction
Your hands are essential to almost everything you do. Whether working, driving, exercising or caring for your family, pain or reduced hand function can have a significant impact on your everyday life.
Hand surgery is a specialised area of plastic and reconstructive surgery focused on restoring the function, movement and appearance of the hands, wrists and fingers. Because the hand contains a complex network of bones, joints, tendons, nerves, muscles and blood vessels, successful treatment requires a detailed understanding of hand anatomy and meticulous surgical technique.
Dr Namal Munasinghe provides comprehensive assessment and treatment for a wide range of hand conditions, from acute traumatic injuries to chronic conditions that develop over time.
Conditions Treated
Dr Namal treats a broad range of hand and wrist conditions, including:
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Trigger finger and trigger thumb
Dupuytren's disease
Thumb (basal joint) arthritis
Ganglion cysts
Hand and wrist fractures
Tendon injuries
Nerve injuries
Fingertip and nail bed injuries
Complex hand trauma
Skin cancers of the hand and fingers
Benign soft tissue lumps
Your Consultation
Your first appointment includes a comprehensive assessment of your symptoms, medical history and hand function. If required, imaging such as X-rays, ultrasound or MRI may be arranged to help confirm the diagnosis.
Dr Namal will discuss your diagnosis, explain all appropriate treatment options and develop an individualised management plan based on your condition, lifestyle and goals.
Many hand conditions can initially be managed without surgery using splints, hand therapy, activity modification or injections. When surgery is the most appropriate option, Dr Namal will explain the procedure, expected recovery, potential risks and anticipated rehabilitation.
Hand Surgery
Depending on the condition being treated, hand surgery may be performed under local anaesthesia, regional anaesthesia or general anaesthesia, often as a day procedure. More complex injuries or reconstructive procedures may require an overnight hospital stay.
Recovery varies depending on the type of surgery performed and the severity of the condition. Many patients benefit from postoperative hand therapy to help restore movement, strength and function.
Personalised Care
Dr Namal understands that every patient and every hand condition is different. His goal is to provide personalised, evidence-based care that aims to relieve symptoms, restore function and help patients return to their everyday activities as safely and efficiently as possible.
From your initial consultation through to your recovery, he will guide you through every stage of your treatment, ensuring you have a clear understanding of your condition and the available treatment options.
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