# Houston Hand Surgeon \- Korsh Jafarnia, MD: Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon

> Houston's Premier Hand Surgeon Dr\. Korsh Jafarnia specializes in treating hand, wrist, and elbow conditions, setting new benchmarks in hand and upper extremity care for patients throughout Texas\.

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## Pages
- [Home: Korsh Jafarnia](https://korshjafarniamd.com/)
- [About \- Dr\. Jafarnia](https://korshjafarniamd.com/about-dr-jafarnia/)
- [Hand Therapy](https://korshjafarniamd.com/therapy/hand-therapy/)
- [Contact](https://korshjafarniamd.com/contact/)
- [Reviews](https://korshjafarniamd.com/patient/reviews/)

## Posts
- [Numbness and Tingling at Night: When Hand Symptoms Mean More Than Carpal Tunnel](https://korshjafarniamd.com/numbness-and-tingling-at-night/)
- [Do You Really Need Surgery? Non\-Surgical Options for Common Hand and Wrist Problems](https://korshjafarniamd.com/common-hand-and-wrist-problems/)
- [Hand Arthritis: Early Warning Signs and What Actually Helps](https://korshjafarniamd.com/hand-arthritis-early-warning-signs/)
- [Weekend Warrior Wrist Injuries: Sprain, Fracture, or Something Worse?](https://korshjafarniamd.com/weekend-warrior-wrist-injuries/)

## Feed Items
- [Can a Weighted Vest Help Increase Bone Density?](https://korshjafarniamd.com/wprss_feed_item/can-a-weighted-vest-help-increase-bone-density/): Yes, wearing a weighted vest can help increase bone density\. “Wearing a weighted vest while exercising increases bone formation and decreases bone resorption,” explains Dr\. Korsh Jafarnia, chief of Houston Methodist Orthopedics and Sports Medicine at Houston Methodist West Hospital\. “When the skeletal system is loaded or stressed, this stimulates bone forming cells\. Conversely, when mechanical loads are decreased, more bone resorption occurs\.” Numerous studies have confirmed that wearing a weighted vest is beneficial for bone density\. In a 2007 study on postmenopausal women, researchers found that as little as 12 weeks of exercise training with an weighted vest helped reduce bone loss\. Another study, conducted in 2015, had postmenopausal women with osteopenia—a loss of bone density—complete a six\-month exercise program that included the use of weighted vests\. The study found that there was a significant increase in bone\-mineral density among the women who followed the program\.  
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- [Pitching Mechanics and Injury Prevention Seminar: A Home Run Success](https://korshjafarniamd.com/wprss_feed_item/pitching-mechanics-and-injury-prevention-seminar-a-home-run-success/): The post Pitching Mechanics and Injury Prevention Seminar: A Home Run Success appeared first on Houston Hand Surgeon \- Korsh Jafarnia, MD\.
- [Hand Injuries in Modern Life: From Athletes to Gamers](https://korshjafarniamd.com/wprss_feed_item/hand-injuries-in-modern-life-from-athletes-to-gamers/): As a hand and upper extremity specialist at Houston Methodist, I frequently encounter a wide spectrum of hand injuries\. In a recent interview with Houston Methodist Minutes, I had the opportunity to discuss some of the most common hand conditions I treat and share insights about emerging trends in hand injuries\. Among athletes, the injuries I most commonly treat range from basic sprains and bruises to more complex fractures and ligament tears\. The hand’s intricate structure – comprising 19 to 20 bones, plus eight additional bones in the wrist – makes treatment particularly challenging\. Athletes typically experience fractures in the metacarpals, the bones located just below the fingers\. These injuries often require specialized care, especially in professional athletes where we prioritize rapid return to play while ensuring proper healing\. Recovery from hand injuries is a complex process that typically spans 6\-8 weeks, sometimes longer for certain wrist bones\. The challenge lies in the hand’s dense network of tendons, ligaments, and nerves\. When a fracture occurs, scar tissue can develop around these structures during healing\. This is why rehabilitation is crucial – it helps prevent stiffness and ensures optimal recovery of hand function\. In recent years, I’ve observed a significant shift \[…\]
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- [Champion’s Comeback: Jiu\-Jitsu Athlete Triumphs After Hand Surgery at Houston Methodist West](https://korshjafarniamd.com/wprss_feed_item/champions-comeback-jiu-jitsu-athlete-triumphs-after-hand-surgery-at-houston-methodist-west/): Earlier this year, Houston Methodist West’s Dr\. Korsh Jafarnia, orthopedic surgeon, successfully operated on professional jiu\-jitsu athlete Michael Amico, repairing two sagittal bands in his left hand\. After an intense 12\-week recovery, Michael pushed through daily jiu\-jitsu and strength training\. He competed in Las Vegas, where he fought four matches and emerged undefeated, earning his second title as International Brazilian Jiu\-Jitsu World Champion\. Michael shared, “Thanks again for doing such a great job, Dr\. Jafarnia\.”
The post Champion’s Comeback: Jiu\-Jitsu Athlete Triumphs After Hand Surgery at Houston Methodist West appeared first on Houston Hand Surgeon \- Korsh Jafarnia, MD\.
- [Can knuckle cracking cause arthritis?](https://korshjafarniamd.com/wprss_feed_item/can-knuckle-cracking-cause-arthritis-2/): Dr\. Jafarnia was recently interviewed by the Washington Post on the topic of whether knuckle cracking can cause arthritis\. Click the PDF below to read the article\. Can knuckle cracking cause arthritis\_ – The Washington Post
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## Tags
- [carpal tunnel syndrome](https://korshjafarniamd.com/tag/carpal-tunnel-syndrome/)
- [sports injuries](https://korshjafarniamd.com/tag/sports-injuries/)
- [wrist fractures](https://korshjafarniamd.com/tag/wrist-fractures/)
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