Don’t Let Elbow, Wrist, And Hand Pain Keep You From Enjoying Life. Seek Help With Physical Therapy.
Have you found yourself trying to live with pain in your hands, wrists, or elbows? Is this pain making your life less enjoyable and simple tasks harder to complete? Do you find yourself having to adjust your routine, or ask for help with things you can normally do yourself? You are not alone. If you have pain in your hand, wrist, or elbow, every little movement can be quite unpleasant. We understand that being in pain can take joy right out of life. That is why we suggest you work with a licensed physical therapist so they can get to the root cause of your pain, and help provide the relief you seek to enjoy everyday tasks again. Call our clinic today at (469) 854-8570 for the help you have been looking for!
Why Are My Elbows, Hands, And Wrists Bothering Me?
Do you remember the time when you were not having pain in your hands, wrists, or elbow? Do you know exactly how you injured yourself and when the pain began, or do it come on without warning? Either way, help is here. Below are some of the common causes of hand, wrist, and elbow pain.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Your carpal tunnel is the narrow channel located on your wrist under the palm. Its purpose is to protect the median nerve and tendons you use to bend your fingers. When excessive pressure is put on the median nerve, it causes crowding and irritation of the carpal tunnel, which leads to carpal tunnel syndrome. This condition causes numbness, stiffness, or pain that can radiate through your fingers, hands, wrists, or forearms. At Integrated Physical Therapy, we will safely and comfortably treat your carpal tunnel symptoms so you can avoid surgery.
Fracture
Fractures in the wrist and forearm area are common injuries associated with falls, as the natural response is to try and catch yourself. During the healing phase, typically while in a cast or after surgery, the fingers, wrist, and elbow become very stiff, and range of motion and strength can be lost.
Tendinitis
Tendinitis is known as an “overuse injury,” because it develops over time. It can occur when tendons become inflamed, resulting in swelling and pain, especially with movement of the affected area.
Nerve injuries
If you injured one of the nerves that run through your elbow, forearm, wrist, or hand, you may be experiencing numbness, tingling, or loss of temperature sensations. In severe cases, muscle function is altered and paralysis can occur. Nerve injuries are usually caused by overuse and result in swelling, which inhibits proper circulation, affecting the ability of the nerve to function properly.
Tennis elbow
Tennis elbow is a common term for lateral (outside) epicondylitis. It happens with repetitive tasks that often involve gripping and extending the wrist such as when holding a tennis racket, paintbrush, or hammer. Severe tenderness will be present around the outside of your elbow and can cause pain with gripping objects, lifting objects, and twisting of the forearm.
Golfer’s below
Golfer’s elbow is a general term for medial (inside) epicondylitis. It is similar to tennis elbow, except your pain is on the inside of the elbow. This injury is caused by overuse of the muscles that flex your wrist and fingers and overuse results in irritation.
Sprain / Strain
Sprains and strains are very common in the hand, wrist, and elbow and can occur from a quick overstretching of the tissues. This overstretching can cause a tear, which then triggers swelling, causing pain and challenges in movement.
You may see your pain described above, or you may be having a different experience. Regardless, to find the relief you need, start by reaching out to Integrated Physical Therapy so our therapists can get to the root cause of your pain, provide treatment options and get you on your way to living without the pain that is hindering your life. Request your appointment today!
How Can Physical Therapy Relieve Elbow, Wrist, And Hand Pain?
Physical therapy is very successful in reducing hand, wrist, and elbow pain.
Our McKinney physical therapists are experts in movement and joint disorders, and they can treat your symptoms while also figuring out what is causing your discomfort!
Our hands-on therapy serves to soothe and improve circulation while stimulating nerves to restore normal function. The advanced treatment options available at Integrated Physical Therapy can help to relieve your pain, restore your range of motion, and get you back to living your life normally. Physical therapy can even help to reduce or even eliminate the need for expensive and invasive surgical procedures and harmful medications!
Relieve The Discomfort In Your Upper Extremities With Physical Therapy
If elbow, wrist, or hand pain is interfering with your quality of life, please contact Integrated Physical Therapy today to set up an appointment with one of our dedicated team members. We are eager to get you back to the healthy, active lifestyle you deserve!