Hand and Wrist Patient Stories

With the Henry Ford Hand and Wrist program we don’t just treat disease or injury. We treat people. Our patients’ lives are touched by the compassion, dedication, and expertise of our staff in thousands of different ways every day, whether it's a lifesaving treatment or simply a reassuring smile and kind word. Every patient’s story is unique. We are grateful for those who allow us to share their stories here:

Penny's Story

Penny Lucia had severe pain on her wrist that worsened over time. Undergoing wrist replacement surgery allowed Penny to regain the life she thought she had lost.

Emily's Story

While learning about different hand conditions and injuries in occupational therapy school, little did Emily know that she would be apply what she learned on herself.

Father Mark's Story

Father Mark had extensive chronic ligament damage stemming from a 28-year-old tennis injury. Wrist surgery gave Father Mark back his game, swinging his racket like he never left.

Stephanie's Story

After being diagnosed with carpal tunnel Stephanie underwent double hand surgery and is now back in her garden, with no plans of slowing down.