Hand and wrist pain can impede our ability to perform daily activities, such as typing on a keyboard or gripping a pen. We offer information and tools to relieve your pain and return you to your normal routine.
What Causes Hand and Wrist Pain?
Injury, overuse, and underlying medical conditions can all cause hand and wrist pain. The most common causes are:
- Carpal tunnel syndrome: a condition that occurs when the median nerve in the wrist is compressed, leading to pain, tingling, and weakness in the hand.
- Tendinitis: inflammation of the tendons in the wrist can lead to pain, stiffness, and reduced range of motion.
- Arthritis: a degenerative condition that can cause pain, stiffness, and swelling in the joints of the hand and wrist.
- Repetitive strain injury: overuse of the hands and wrists can lead to pain and discomfort.
How Can Physical Therapy Help?
Hand physical therapy can assist in managing and treating hand and wrist pain. Our licensed physical therapists are specialists in creating personalized treatment plans to assist you in recovering from your injury and getting back to your usual routine.
Physical therapy techniques commonly used to treat hand and wrist pain include:
- Manual therapy: our therapists use hands-on techniques to improve joint mobility and reduce pain.
- Stretching and strengthening exercises: exercises can help improve flexibility and strength in the hand and wrist.
- Ultrasound therapy uses sound waves to reduce pain and promote healing in the affected area.
- Custom splinting: a customized splint can support and stabilize the affected area.
Hand and wrist pain can significantly impact our ability to perform daily activities, but it doesn’t have to be a permanent part of our lives. With the help of physical therapy, you can manage and treat hand and wrist pain effectively. Do not allow hand and wrist pain to continue interfering with your life. Contact us today to schedule an appointment with one of our physical therapists and begin your journey to a pain-free life.
