Hand Surgery and Research

The Hand Surgery and Research Section serves as a premier platform for the dissemination of advanced scientific knowledge and innovative clinical practices in the field of hand surgery. We are dedicated to promoting innovation, fostering high-quality research, and advancing clinical excellence across all disciplines involved in the care and rehabilitation of hand conditions.

This Section welcomes submissions from orthopedic surgeons, plastic surgeons, rehabilitation specialists, biomedical researchers, and students. Our goal is to facilitate cross-disciplinary dialogue and collaboration to improve patient outcomes and quality of life for individuals affected by hand injuries and disorders.

We publish a broad spectrum of contributions, including original research articles, systematic reviews, case reports, technical notes, and clinical studies. All manuscripts undergo rigorous peer review to ensure the highest standards of scientific and editorial quality, with a commitment to timely and ethical publication.

In collaboration with key professional bodies such as the Italian Society for Surgery of the Hand (Società Italiana di Chirurgia della Mano, SICM), this Section aims to reflect the most up-to-date standards and innovations shaping the discipline, while fostering international and interdisciplinary exchange.

Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Innovative surgical techniques and technologies in hand surgery.
• Management of traumatic and degenerative hand pathologies.
• Minimally invasive and robotic surgical approaches.
• Development and clinical application of biocompatible materials and regenerative technologies.
• Functional outcomes and post-operative rehabilitation strategies.
• Psychological, occupational, and social dimensions of hand disabilities.
• Experimental and translational research relevant to hand and upper-limb function.

This Section is a valuable resource for clinicians and researchers who aim to push the boundaries of current practices in hand surgery and improve the standard of care through collaborative, evidence-based research.

This Section is affiliated with the Italian Society of Hand Surgery (SICM). Authors must use the provided Microsoft Word or LaTeX template for manuscript preparation for this Section. Upon submission, please confirm your membership status with the Italian Society of Hand Surgery in your cover letter.