Hand & Reconstructive Microsurgery is a highly specialised field dedicated to restoring form, function, and sensation of the hand, wrist, and upper limb.

In Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, our focus is on precision surgery that addresses complex injuries, degenerative conditions, and nerve disorders—combining meticulous microsurgical techniques with comprehensive rehabilitation to help patients return to meaningful daily activities, work, and sport.

We care for conditions ranging from acute trauma to chronic, function-limiting disorders, with an emphasis on preserving motion, strength, dexterity, and fine motor control.

Key Highlights & Unique Aspects

• Function-first philosophy: Every treatment plan prioritises functional recovery, not just anatomical repair.
• Microsurgical expertise: Advanced use of operating microscopes and fine instruments for nerve, tendon, and vessel reconstruction.
• Integrated, multidisciplinary care: Seamless collaboration with Sports & Exercise Medicine and Acupuncture services to optimise recovery, pain control, and return to activity.
• Individualised treatment pathways: Care plans tailored to lifestyle, occupational demands, and sporting goals.
• Continuum of care: From early diagnosis and surgery to rehabilitation and performance optimisation.

Our Services

Range of Conditions Treated

• Traumatic hand and wrist injuries (fractures, tendon and ligament injuries)
• Peripheral nerve conditions (compression syndromes, nerve injuries, neuromas)
• Degenerative and overuse conditions of the hand and wrist
• Complex soft-tissue defects and non-healing wounds
• Sports-related hand and wrist injuries
• Post-traumatic stiffness and functional impairment

Specialised Techniques & Procedures

• Microsurgical nerve repair, grafting, and transfers
• Tendon repair, reconstruction, and transfers
• Wrist arthroscopy for minimally invasive diagnosis and treatment
• Complex fracture fixation of the hand and wrist
• Soft-tissue reconstruction, including local and regional flaps
• Revision surgery for failed or complicated prior procedures

Advanced & Innovative Treatment Approaches

• Minimally invasive and arthroscopic techniques to reduce tissue trauma and speed recovery
• Contemporary nerve reconstruction strategies aimed at maximising sensory and motor recovery
• Early motion and functional rehabilitation protocols developed in collaboration with Sports & Exercise Medicine
• Adjunctive acupuncture therapy for pain modulation, neuromuscular recovery, and overall wellbeing