Wrist Pain / Strain
Definition
A strain results when the ligaments within the wrist joint are stretched and perhaps torn.
Mechanism of Injury
The wrist is frequently bent backward or a fall onto the palms of the hand.
Symptoms
- Swelling in the wrist
- Pain at the time of injury
- Persistent pain when wrist is moved
- Bruising/skin discoloration
- Tenderness at site of injury
- A feeling of popping or tearing inside of wrist
- A warm feeling to the skin
Physical Therapy Intervention
Rec Center Physical Therapy can be the first line of defense for those suffering from wrist pain/strain by offering treatments to assist in decreasing swelling in the wrist, restoring wrist range of motion and strength, and the utilization of modalities to decrease pain and inflammation.