Hand and Wrist Ultrasound

The hand is one of the most complex parts of the human body, and its proper function is crucial to our daily activities. When pain or difficulty in movement arises, Hand Ultrasound serves as an effective and painless method for diagnosing a variety of hand pathologies and injuries.

What does Hand Ultrasound Visualize?

Hand Ultrasound examines joints, tendons, ligaments, nerves, and soft tissues of the hand. Pathologies that can be diagnosed by Hand Ultrasound are numerous, including:

Rheumatic Diseases

Rheumatoid Arthritis
Psoriatic Arthritis
Osteoarthritis

Tendon and Ligament Pathologies

Tendonitis
De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
Rheumatological Tenosynovitis

Injuries to Tendons and Ligaments

Tendon Ruptures
Ulnar Collateral Ligament Rupture (Skier’s Thumb)
Ligament Injuries in Flexor Tendons (Climber’s Finger)
Ligament Injuries in Extensor Tendons (Boxer’s Knuckle)

Peripheral Nerve Pathologies

Nerve Entrapment Syndromes, such as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Nerve Tumors
Nerve Cross-Section

Soft Tissue Pathologies

Lipomas
Ganglia
Tumors
Foreign Bodies (glass and wood)

Advantages of Hand Ultrasound Compared to Other Imaging Methods

Dynamic Testing: Hand Ultrasound allows assessment of hand movement dynamically. This is particularly important for evaluating conditions affecting the range of movement, such as tendonitis and joint injuries.
Foreign Body Detection: During ultrasound examination of soft tissues, trapped foreign bodies which might not be visible with other imaging methods, such as glass or wood may be identified.
Patient-Friendly Examination: Hand Ultrasound is a safe and painless procedure suitable for all patients. It does not involve the administration of intravenous drugs, magnetic resonance coordination, or exposure to ionizing radiation.

How is Hand Ultrasound Performed, and What Preparation is Needed?

Hand Ultrasound is a simple and painless examination that does not require any preparation from the patient. Gel is applied to the patient's skin, and using a high-frequency ultrasound transducer, the radiologist conducts the examination.

During the examination, the patient remains seated and performs various hand movements as guided by the radiologist. The examination usually lasts around 30 minutes.

Testimonials

An excellent scientist with advanced knowledge, capable of diagnosing damage caused by rheumatic diseases and thus contributing to their effective treatment. I hope there are more scientists like her so that patients can continue to enjoy a good quality of life, as these diseases are incurable.

Alexia S.
I visited Ms. Plagou for a health problem I had with my right Achilles tendon. I congratulate her for her scientific expertise and her unique approach with patients. I thank her very much, and she deserves many congratulations, as do her polite associates.

Nestoras N.
As a surgeon I must simply say, UNBELIEVABLE!! Within 15 minutes I was completely rid of the intense discomfort in my shoulder that had been bothering me for several years. My shoulder feels as it was 10 years ago. Zero pain, incredibly free movement. Congratulations, Mrs. Plagou.

Dr. Dimitrios Alexopoulos
I would like to express my gratitude to Dr. Athena Plagou. With the Barbotage method she applied, she relieved me from terrible pains I had been suffering from for several months due to calcifications in my shoulder.

Before I learned about Dr. Plagou, I had tried cortisone injections, hyaluronic acid injections, and anti-inflammatory medications. Unfortunately, nothing yielded results.

I underwent the Βarbotage procedure in her clinic, very easily and painlessly. When it was over, I had stopped feeling any pain, and it has been three years since then without the slightest discomfort.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Mary P.
State-of-the-art clinic and equipment, exceptional doctor with extensive experience and impressive specialization.

Eirini D.
Ms. Plagou is an excellent scientist with accurate diagnoses, distinguished in her field, and an exceptional person at the same time. She deserves congratulations!

Dr. Chrysovalantou Souhlaki
I had been suffering from Calcific Tendonitis in my left shoulder for over three months, resulting in severe pain. Before I learned about Ms. Plagou, I had tried anti-inflammatory medications, cortisone injections, physiotherapy, all without success, and I was on the verge of serious surgery with doubtful outcomes.

I underwent Barbotage in her clinic very easily, quickly, and painlessly. As soon as the brief procedure was over, my pain ceased, I slept well, and I quickly resumed all my activities.

I want to thank Ms. Plagou both for the impeccable handling of my problem stemming from her excellent scientific training, as well as for her kindness and friendly demeanor.

Zoe K.
I am very grateful to Dr. Athena Plagou. With her high specialization and professionalism, she accurately diagnosed and successfully treated the tendonitis I suffered from in both of my shoulders.

Other specialists I had consulted previously had suggested arthroscopy, which I did not want to undergo due to my age (86) and because the treatment was not guaranteed.

With the special method used by Dr. Plagou, the fluid causing the pain was absorbed, and the pain was immediately relieved without recurrence for the past four months. Besides her high specialization and effectiveness, Dr. Plagou is also very friendly and fully explains to patients the cause of the problem and the treatment process. Her assistant is also very friendly and efficient. Sincere thanks again.

Nikos K.
Her experience, her thoroughness and her love for what she does make her one of a kind. My daughter suffered for months with pain in her wrist. Having visited several orthopedists, having done magnetic resonance imaging and x-rays, only Mrs. Plagou found that she had fluid in her wrist and referred us to a pediatric rheumatologist.

I recommend her. Her assistant is also extremely helpful and kind.

Katerina A.
I want to publicly thank my colleague Athena Plagou for her immediate and effective intervention to treat the problem in my shoulder. The Barbotage method she applied, and in which she is specialized, quickly relieved me from the painful symptoms of Calcific Tendonitis. The return to my daily routine was immediate.

Dr. Vicky Bizimi