If you have arthritis in your hands or wrists, you know how much it can affect your life. The persistent pain and stiffness can make even simple activities—such as opening doors or tying your shoes—difficult. Fortunately, there are many treatment options to make everyday tasks easier.
In this video, Boulder Medical Center orthopedic surgeon Dominik Rog, MD, who specializes in treating conditions of the hands, wrists, and upper extremities, describes the latest non-surgical and surgical treatment options for hand or wrist arthritis sufferers. He is joined by occupational therapist Ann Brexa, OTR/L, who reviews joint protection principles and exercises that can help improve range of motion and function in the hand and wrist.
Dr. Rog spoke as part of the Boulder Community Health lecture series.
- View/download lecture slides
- View/download the hand and wrist exercise flyers
- To request an appointment with Dr. Rog, please call 303-440-3036
- Visit Dr. Rog’s full profile
About Dominik Rog, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon in Boulder and Louisville, Colo.
As part of the Boulder Medical Center orthopedics team, Dr. Rog is the primary physician and surgeon for issues that affect the upper extremities from shoulders to the fingers, including:
- Fractures
- Nerve injuries
- Compression syndromes
- Tendon injuries
- Sprains
- Masses and tumors
- Tendinitis
- Fingertip and nailbed injuries
- Arthritis
- Joint replacement
- Arthroscopy
- General orthopedic conditions, including trauma and sports-related injuries
Dr. Rog believes in involving the patient in the decision-making process during their treatment. “It’s truly a pleasure to work together to help patients return to the activities they love,” he says.