After having what was my third hand surgery. I needed 2 - 1 in metal plates and 5 screws to put together my left hand ring finger. It was short of a miracle that he was able to reconstruct the mess it was. I was told I would never be able to make a fist again but after wonderful PT and amazing care, I'm brand new. This was 13 years ago and I've never had a problem with anything since. read more