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Treat Wrist Pain with Spooner Physical Therapists

by Garrett Johnson PT, DPT June 30, 2019
written by Garrett Johnson PT, DPT June 30, 2019

If you are experiencing wrist pain, don’t dismiss it.

Your wrist is a delicate, complex part of your body built from a series of joints, ligaments and cartilage. Together, these elements work together to help your wrist bones slide against each other without causing damage, creating fluid movement. That is, if your wrist is healthy.

Loss of range of motion in your wrist, pain when you move it, general soreness, or challenges gripping objects – these are all signs that something within your wrist is injured. Over time, if left untreated, this can lead to painful arthritis and far more complicated conditions. Given that we rely on our hands every day – to eat, to enjoy hobbies, to drive and so much more – it’s critical to be proactive about treating wrist pain.

There are several things you can do to help prevent pain or reduce it. First, try to keep your wrist straight when you lift heavy objects or perform repetitive motions. And it’s important to take frequent breaks throughout your day. Use this time to stretch your wrist both ways, holding each stretch for at least 30 seconds. Use ice if you’re experiencing aching pain in your wrists or hands. Also, take preventative measures. For example, when you work out use a brace to strengthen your wrists.

Untreated wrist issues can lead to a slew of conditions, including carpal tunnel syndrome, ganglion cysts, wrist fractures, ligament strains, tendonitis and more.

But there’s good news – Spooner certified hand therapists can help. To get started, you can receive a referral for physical therapy from your primary physician, or visit a Spooner location for a free consultation.

Hand therapists are just that – therapists that specialize in the hand and your other upper extremities. These experts are specially trained to perform specific tests on your wrist to help narrow down the possibilities of what is causing your wrist pain.

Knowing the specific cause helps them treat your pain much more effectively, whether the cause be from a tendon, ligament or bone. Plus, hand therapists are trained in special treatment techniques, such as custom molded orthoses.

Spooner Physical Therapy, in North Mesa, is located at 6824 E. Brown Road. To learn more, call (480) 924-5514, or visit spoonerpt.com/locations/north-mesa.

 

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