Patrick J. McDaid MD, Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon

09/24/2025

Ever notice your elbow click when you straighten it? While it’s often harmless, sometimes it can signal something more serious, like tendon issues, arthritis, or even nerve compression.

In my latest blog, I break down the most common causes, when to be concerned, and what treatment options look like.

Read more here: https://www.mcdaidorthohand.com/single-post/elbow-clicks

Schedule an appointment with our office today and take the first step toward relief. Call 610-973-6200.

09/17/2025

A Smith’s fracture is a break of the distal radius (the larger bone in your forearm, near the wrist). Unlike a Colles’ fracture where the bone tilts upward, in a Smith’s fracture the bone fragment shifts toward the palm.

This type of fracture often happens after a fall onto a flexed wrist or from a direct blow.
Symptoms can include pain, swelling, bruising, and visible wrist deformity.

Prompt treatment = better recovery. Reach out to our office at 610-973-6200 if you’re experiencing wrist pain or injury.

09/10/2025

Thank you for sharing your experience! I’m so glad to hear that your daughter felt comfortable and respected during her visit. Your recommendation means a lot to me.

If you or someone you know could benefit from my care, I’d love to welcome you. Call today to schedule an appointment at 610-973-6200.

09/03/2025

Did you know your nerves are like the body’s “telephone wiring system”? They carry messages between your brain and the rest of your body, helping your muscles move and letting you feel sensations like pain, pressure, and temperature.

But when nerves become compressed or damaged, those messages don’t flow as they should. This can lead to symptoms such as tingling, numbness, weakness and pain.

Peripheral nerve compression can affect daily activities, but with the right diagnosis and treatment, relief is possible.

If you’re experiencing persistent tingling, numbness, or weakness in your hand, wrist, or arm, don’t ignore the signs. Contact our office for a consultation at 610-973-6200.

08/27/2025

Experiencing tingling or numbness in your hands? While carpal tunnel often gets the blame, vitamin deficiencies, especially in B vitamins and vitamin E, can also be the cause.

Discover how vitamins impact nerve health and what you can do to protect yourself.

👉 Read the full blog here: https://www.mcdaidorthohand.com/single-post/vitamin-deficiency-hand-numbness.

Wondering if vitamin deficiency could be affecting you? Let’s talk. Schedule your appointment today at 610-973-6200.

08/25/2025

Honored to be featured and always a privilege to advance my skills and stay on the cutting edge for those I care for.

08/20/2025

Boxer’s Fracture isn’t just for fighters, it’s a break in the bone near your pinky, often from hitting something hard.

Signs to watch for: swelling, pain, bruising, or a knuckle that looks “sunken in.”

At OAA Orthopaedic Specialists, I can treat Boxer’s Fractures with splints, casting, therapy, or surgery if needed, helping you heal strong and get back to daily life.

Think you may have a Boxer’s Fracture? Schedule a visit with me at OAA by calling the office at 610-973-6200.

08/13/2025

We’re thrilled to hear about your positive experience with me and our team here at OAA.

Providing compassionate, attentive care is at the heart of what we do, and we’re so glad you felt supported and at ease.

Whether you need a consultation or ongoing care, we’re here to help.

Reach out to the office at 610-973-6200 to schedule an appointment or visit https://consumer.scheduling.athena.io/.

08/06/2025

If hand or wrist pain is making daily tasks feel impossible, a corticosteroid injection might be the solution you've been looking for.

These quick, in-office treatments can reduce inflammation and ease pain caused by arthritis, tendonitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, and De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis.

Most patients feel relief within days and results can last for weeks or even months. It's a powerful way to treat the problem at the source, without surgery.

Not sure if it’s right for you? I’m here to help you weigh the options.

Call the office today at 610-973-6200 or visit our website to schedule a consultation. https://consumer.scheduling.athena.io.

07/30/2025

Ever hit your “funny bone” and felt that weird zing?

Spoiler alert: it’s not actually a bone and it’s not funny when the pain lingers. Learn what’s really going on and when it might be something more serious like Cubital Tunnel Syndrome.

Read the full blog to find out what causes it, how to treat it, and when to see a doctor.

📖 https://www.mcdaidorthohand.com/single-post/funny-bone

07/23/2025

From kitchen mishaps to workplace injuries, hand lacerations can cause more than just a cut, they may damage tendons, nerves, or blood vessels.

If you’ve experienced a deep or complex cut, prompt care from a hand specialist is essential to ensure proper healing and restore function.

Don’t ignore it, what seems small can have lasting impact.
Contact us at 610-973-6200 for expert evaluation and treatment.

07/17/2025

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