Wrist is a joint made up of eight small bones called carpals. These small bones are arranged between in two rows between the bones in the hand and forearm. They support the tube called carpal tunnel which runs through the wrist. This tube which is covered by ligaments has tendons and nerves inside, supports the wrist and hold it in place.
Causes of Wrist Disorders
Wrist pain is common because damage to any parts of the wrist can cause pain and affect the ability to use the wrist. Activities like typing, sewing which needs the repetitive motion of the wrist can cause pain, the following are other common causes for wrist pain:
Causes of Wrist Disorders
Wrist pain is common because damage to any parts of the wrist can cause pain and affect the ability to use the wrist. Activities like typing, sewing which needs the repetitive motion of the wrist can cause pain, the following are other common causes for wrist pain:
- Arthritis
- Tendinitis
- Sprains and strains
- Gout and pseudo gout
- Carpel tunnel syndrome
- Osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Repetitive motion syndrome
Symptoms of Wrist Disorders
Symptoms of wrist pain depends upon the degree of the disorder. The following are some common symptoms of wrist disorders:
Symptoms of wrist pain depends upon the degree of the disorder. The following are some common symptoms of wrist disorders:
- Swelling and bruising
- Stiffness in the wrist
- Numbness or tingling
- Trouble when gripping objects
- Clicking sound when moving the wrist
- These mild symptoms may get worse as time goes on without treatment.
Treatment for Wrist Disorders
The treatment for wrist disorder depends on its severity and cause, the following are some of the least invasive treatment given by doctor before suggesting a surgery:
The treatment for wrist disorder depends on its severity and cause, the following are some of the least invasive treatment given by doctor before suggesting a surgery:
- Pain medication
- Wearing splint to reduce squeezing of the nerve
- Wrist exercises
- Physiotherapy
- Cortisone injections which reduce pain and decrease inflammation
Rathi Med Hospital based in Anna Nagar is a specialty hospital famous for Orthopedic, Obstetrics and Gynecology services. The orthopedic department of hospital is specialized in various advanced and latest treatment technologies like Artificial Joint Replacement Surgery of Hip & Knee, Arthroscopic and Sports injury management and Management of Arthritis. The Hospital also provides the best and effective treatment for Wrist Disorders in Chennai with advanced infrastructure and technique.
Visit us:www.rathimedhospital.com
Mail us:rathimedhospital@gmail.com
No comments:
Post a Comment