Hand Scan
The hand scan is designed to thoroughly evaluate vital musculoskeletal components within the hand. This remarkable part of the body consists of various structures, including bones, ligaments, tendons, and muscles.
At Sonoclinic, this scan helps us assess:
- Joints in the fingers and thumbs
- Ligaments and tendons in the hand
- Unusual fluid build-up or inflammation in the thumb, fingers, or hand
- Lumps that appear on the hand
- Swelling affecting the hand, fingers, or thumb
- Injuries involving the hand, fingers, or thumb
Why Might You Need a Hand Scan?
We may recommend a hand scan for some reasons, including:
- Pain in the hand, fingers, or thumb
- Joint stiffness and restricted movement
- Swelling or inflammation in the hand
- Numbness or tingling in the fingers
- Limited range of motion
- Post-surgical complications
The primary purpose of a hand scan is to identify the underlying cause of pain and discomfort. Since the hand has a complex skeletal and muscular structure, pain can stem from various areas, including bones, joints, tendons, connective tissues, or nerves.
Common Conditions That May Require a Hand Scan
A hand scan helps diagnose conditions such as:
- Arthritis (osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis)
- Tendon and ligament injuries (sprains, tears, overuse injuries)
- Inflammatory conditions (tenosynovitis, synovitis)
- Thumb-related conditions (Gamekeeper’s Thumb, Skier’s Thumb, De Quervain’s tenosynovitis)
- Trigger finger
- Ganglion cysts
- Neuromas
- Foreign objects embedded in the hand
- Soft tissue growths (lipomas, masses)
- Infections affecting soft tissues or joints
- Trauma-related injuries
What to Expect
The hand scan utilises ultrasound waves to generate a clear internal view of the structures. It is a completely safe, painless, fast procedure that takes about 20 minutes. After that, the results will be discussed with you, and you will be provided with a diagnostic ultrasound report.