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Wrist Pain

Wrist pain can result from various causes, including injuries, overuse, or medical conditions. Here are some common types and causes of wrist pain and general suggestions for managing it:
1. De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis:
    • Description: Inflammation of the tendons on the thumb side of the wrist.
    • Symptoms: Pain and swelling at the base of the thumb, difficulty gripping or forming a fist.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome:

2.Carpal Tunnel Syndrome:
    • Description: Inflammation of the tendons on the thumb side of the wrist.
    • Symptoms: Pain and swelling at the base of the thumb, difficulty gripping or forming a fist.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome:

3.Wrist Sprain:
  • Description: Stretching or tearing of ligaments in the wrist.
  • Symptoms:Pain, swelling, and difficulty moving the wrist

4.TFCC (Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex) Injury:
  • Description: Injury to the cartilage and ligaments in the wrist.
  • Symptoms:Pain on the pinky side of the wrist, clicking or popping sensations

Physiotherapy Management

Pain Management:

Modalities: Use of heat or cold therapy to manage pain and inflammation.

Symptoms: Pain and swelling at the base of the thumb, difficulty gripping or forming a fist.

Range of Motion (ROM) Exercises:

Gentle Stretching: Controlled stretching exercises to improve flexibility.

Active and Passive ROM Exercises: Movements to maintain or restore normal joint function.

Strengthening Exercises:

Isometric Exercises: Exercises without joint movement to strengthen wrist muscles.

Splinting and Bracing:

Orthotic Devices: Custom or prefabricated splints to support and immobilize the wrist during healing.

Wrist Braces: For conditions like De Quervain's tenosynovitis, providing support to the thumb and wrist.