Expert evaluation and gentle, highly precise reconstructive surgical solutions for children born with hand differences or limb deformities.
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It is entirely natural for parents to feel overwhelmed when their child is born with a hand anomaly. However, it is important to know that congenital hand differences are relatively common, occurring when the baby's upper limbs are forming early in pregnancy.
The goal of pediatric hand surgery is twofold: to maximize the functional ability of the hand so your child can grasp, pinch, and play normally, and to improve the physical appearance of the hand to support their long-term psychological well-being and confidence.
Dr. Vinit Arora utilizes advanced reconstructive techniques to address a wide spectrum of congenital differences, including:
Children adapt incredibly well to physical differences, but correcting an anomaly at the right stage of development is crucial for their brain to properly map motor skills.
For many conditions, such as separating webbed fingers, Dr. Arora recommends performing the reconstructive surgery between 12 to 18 months of age. This ensures the child's fine motor skills (like the pincer grasp) can develop naturally as they begin to explore the world, while also completing the process before the child becomes self-conscious about their hands.
Every child's hand difference is unique. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Arora to discuss a personalized, step-by-step surgical plan designed to give your child the best possible functional and aesthetic outcome.
