OAA Orthopaedic Specialists

06/17/2026

Carpal tunnel syndrome is very common during pregnancy.

Hormonal changes and fluid retention can cause swelling in the wrists, which may put pressure on the median nerve. This can lead to symptoms such as numbness, tingling, burning, or pain in the hand and fingers.

The good news is that pregnancy-related carpal tunnel symptoms often improve after delivery, once fluid levels return to normal and hormone levels stabilize. During pregnancy, symptoms can often be managed with non-invasive treatment options.

If you are pregnant and experiencing symptoms of carpal tunnel, we can help you find safe, appropriate treatment options.

Call our office at 610-973-6200 to schedule an appointment.

06/16/2026

As the 4th of July is fast approaching, our OAA Hand Specialists wanted to warn our community about the risk of fireworks! Please follow these tips to have a fun AND safe 4th of July weekend!
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06/11/2026

Thank you for sharing this. I’m glad you felt listened to and supported. Taking the time to understand each patient’s concerns is an important part of the care I strive to provide.

If you’re experiencing hand, wrist, or elbow pain, don’t wait to get the answers you need. Schedule an appointment today. Call 610-973-6200.

06/10/2026

We at OAA Orthopaedic Specialists are proud to announce our partnership with Lehigh Valley Cycling Club!🚲🩵 We are grateful to be involved with this community and be able to sponsor and attend events, especially their annual Donut Derby!🍩🚲
If you are an avid cyclist, make sure to check out their club! They offer many rides, events, and opportunities for their members!😀🩵

06/05/2026

‼ ATTENTION LEHIGHTON AREA PATIENTS ‼
Are you interested in seeing a Chiropractor to relieve pain, soreness, stiffness, etc? Call 570-386-9910 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Manion in LEHIGHTON!

06/03/2026

Summer is a great time to stay active, from gardening and traveling to sports, walking, and spending more time outdoors. But increased activity can also lead to joint pain, overuse injuries, and flare-ups of conditions like arthritis.

In my latest blog, I’m sharing simple, practical tips to help protect your joints this summer, including how to warm up properly, choose joint-friendly activities, stay hydrated, pace yourself, and recognize when pain may need medical attention.

Stay active, stay safe, and keep your hands and joints healthy all season long.

Read the full blog to learn more. https://www.mcdaidorthohand.com/single-post/protect-your-joints

06/02/2026

Need to schedule with a hand and upper extremity specialist in the Wilkes-Barre area? Call 610-973-6200 to schedule now!
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Your Health. Your Choice.

I wanted to let people know that starting in late July I will be starting to see patients in the Wilkes-Barre area. This will be IN ADDITION to my continued office hours in Allentown.

06/01/2026

🌟Physical therapy Patient of the Month🌟
Meet Maya, our June Patient of the Month!!

Maya came to OAA Physical Therapy after her Athletic Trainer recommended OAA to help with the pain in her left hip!🦵

Maya’s biggest challenge was going over hurdles when her left leg was frail and injured. Since she is a competitive track athlete, she needed some care and rehabilitation to get her back in shape! 🏃‍♀️
Maya’s biggest goal was to get back in hurdling shape so she can attend the state tournament and hopefully be recognized as one of the top 100 hurdling athletes in the state!🏅🏃‍♀️

The most enjoyable part of coming to OAA Physical Therapy for Maya, was working with our therapist, Miles! She said she enjoyed Miles’ care because he was very reassuring, communicative, and made her feel comfortable very quickly!🌟 Some of the exercises that helped Maya the most during recovery were hip planes and hurdle step-overs! 🏃‍♀️🦵

After PT, Maya is looking forward to getting back on the track and competing in hurdles! We are so proud of you, Maya! We can’t wait to see you do big things! ⭐🩵

06/01/2026

🌟Hand therapy Patient of the Month🌟
Meet Lisa, our June Patient of the Month!!

Lisa came to OAA Hand Therapy when she was having pain from a wrist fracture and her friend recommended OAA as the place to get help!✋
Lisa’s biggest challenge before starting therapy was not being able to use her dominant hand because it was stiff and weak.✍️ Lisa’s biggest goal was to get back to doing the things she loves doing-without pain! For example, returning to golf was a huge goal for Lisa!🏌️‍♀️⛳
The most enjoyable part of coming to therapy for Lisa was working with our OT Jenna! Lisa really enjoyed being able to come to therapy and see how much she was improving! She also enjoyed chatting with Jenna during her rehabilitation sessions! Some of the things that helped Lisa during recovery were heat massages, using the golf swing simulator, flex bar to strengthen the wrists and stretching!⭐

Congrats, Lisa, we are so proud of you!🩵We hope you have a great time golfing this summer! ☀️🏌️‍♀️⛳

05/27/2026

Are you experiencing any of these symptoms? Call 610-973-6200 to schedule with Patrick J. McDaid MD, Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon !!

Dupuytren’s disease is a condition where tissue under the skin of the palm thickens, sometimes forming lumps or cord-like bands. Over time, it can pull the fingers, often the ring or small finger, into a bent position.

A quick check: try placing your hand flat on a table. If you can’t fully flatten it, it may be time to see a hand specialist.

Not every case needs treatment right away, but early evaluation can help track progression and discuss options.

Concerned about a lump, cord, or finger stiffness? Schedule an appointment with our office at 610-973-6200.