The site details the Societies activities, which include BSSH meetings, fellowships and bursaries, instructional courses and further education available in hand surgery. Information for patients is also provided, which includes a list of support groups for disorders which affect the upper limb, and patient information leaflets. This patient oriented document focuses on Carpal tunnel release and covers the common causes of carpal tunnel syndrome, and the surgical techniques used to correct this problem. Post-operative care and complications are also discussed. Aimed at hand surgeons, therapists, and patients.
Information is included on anatomy, therapy, surgery, and recovery of the hand.
Images are also provided, including hand surgery and xrays. Links are provided to other relevent resources. The site is aimed at professionals, but some patient information is included. This patient oriented document focuses on flexor tendon grafting. Flexor tendons are responsible for bending the fingers and this document covers the reconstruction procedures required if these tendons have been cut, commonly in an accident.