Shoulder, hand & upper limb surgery has developed rapidly with new technology such as Arthroscopy and Lasers in Orthopaedics. The Hand & Upper Limb Clinic in Adelaide offers the benefits of these techniques to patients with joint problems. Arthroscopic laser surgery in the shoulder (arthroscopic laser subacromial decompression) for impingement and rotator cuff tears results in less pain, quicker rehabilitation and return to function. New advances help patient with hand, wrist and elbow conditions; endoscopic carpal tunnel release offers great advantages. The Clinic is set up to provide best practises in the management of these patients with the latest techniques in a caring environment. Surgeon, hand therapists, physiotherapist, and psychologists work in the Clinic to optimise patient care. This site describes the benefits of lasers in orthopaedic surgery not only in the upper limb but also in the lower limb (knee and ankle). Injuries, occuring in sport and work, arthritis and degenera
