Your hand, explained
clearly.
Severed tendons, locked trigger fingers, curled Dupuytren's — Dr. Maren has mapped every millimeter of the palmar fascia. Here's exactly what we're going to do.
Patient Story
Marcus T., 34
Complete flexor tendon laceration, left index finger
"I couldn't bend my finger for four months — Dr. Maren had me gripping a coffee cup in six weeks."
Before
6 Weeks
We treat
- Tendon repairs
- Trigger finger
- Carpal tunnel
- Dupuytren's
- Pulley rupture
Step 1 — Understand Your Condition
What's actually happening
in your hand
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Structure affected
Flexor digitorum profundus & superficialis
In plain language
A cut tendon that can no longer bend your finger
Clinical term
Flexor Tendon LacerationA cut tendon that can no longer bend your finger
The flexor tendons run along the palm side of each finger, connecting muscle to bone. When cut — by glass, a knife, or machinery — the finger loses the ability to curl inward.
Commonly affects
Kitchen workers, rock climbers, machinery operators
Step 2 — See the Procedure
Here's exactly what we do
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Plain language
We look at your hand, your movement, and your scans together
During your virtual consultation, you share your imaging (MRI, ultrasound, or X-ray) and demonstrate your range of motion on camera. Dr. Maren identifies the exact structure injured and confirms the diagnosis.
"Will it hurt during the exam?"
The virtual exam is entirely visual — no pressure, no pain.
Step 3 — Your Recovery Timeline
How long until you're normal
Honest milestones. No vague "6–12 weeks." Here's what actually happens, week by week.
Resting in the splint
Elevate your hand above heart level to reduce swelling. Pain is managed with acetaminophen — most patients need nothing stronger.
Protected motion begins
Your therapist starts passive gliding exercises — your therapist moves your finger, not you. The tendon is guided gently through its sheath.
Active motion introduced
You begin actively bending and straightening your finger. Resistance is minimal — the goal is glide, not strength.
Therapy putty & grip work
Resistance increases. Therapy putty, towel scrunches, and light grip exercises rebuild the tendon's tensile strength.
Light functional tasks
Typing, writing, gentle cooking. You can hold a phone, a pen, a cup of coffee. This is the milestone most patients wait for.
Return to full grip strength
Power grip, pinch strength, and fine motor tasks are restored. Rock climbers can begin hangboard work at 14 weeks with clearance.
Average return to work
3–6 weeks
Desk workers; 10–14 weeks for manual labor
Return to sport
12–16 weeks
Climbing, racquet sports, contact sports
Full grip restoration
97%
Of patients in our surgical series
Step 4 — Book Your Consultation
You've seen exactly what happens.
Now let's talk about your hand.
Your virtual consultation connects you directly with Dr. Maren. No referral required. No waiting room. Bring your imaging, your questions, and your injured hand — we'll do the rest.
Fellowship-trained
Hand & microsurgery
Board-certified
Orthopedic surgery
HIPAA-compliant
Secure video platform
48-hr response
Imaging review included
"Dr. Maren explained my carpal tunnel in 10 minutes better than three other doctors had in three years."
"She told me exactly when I could crimp again. Week 14, she said. Week 14, I was back on the wall."
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Dr. Elena Maren, MD
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