Rec Center Physical Therapy

Aches or Pains limiting your daily activities in life?

Physical Therapists have the most specialized education to improve quality of life without surgery or prescription drugs.

Consider our expert care at Rec Center Physical Therapy as your first line of defense to address any limitations you may be experiencing.

Your First Visit

• Allow at least 1 hour for the first visit
• Child care available
• Arrive 10-15 minutes early
• Bring insurance card and doctor's referral/order if applicable
• All patients under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult
• Front row parking is available for our patients (next to handicapped parking)
• Bring or wear comfortable clothing to allow accessible treatment for your evaluation. (clinic may also provide you with clothing)

Wrist Tendonitis

Definition

Tendonitis occurs when a tendon is inflamed form overuse. Muscles that cross your wrist and attach to your thumb may also become inflamed.

Mechanism of Injury

Repetitive use such as: throwing, catching, bowling, typing, sewing, or playing tennis.

Symptoms

• Pain with repetitive activity
• Tender to the touch
• Swelling around the irritated tendon

Physical Therapy Intervention

Rec Center Physical Therapy can be the first line of defense for those suffering from wrist tendonitis by offering treatments that can assist in resolving wrist tendonitis through splinting, decreasing inflammation through modalities, soft tissue mobilization, increasing flexibility and restoring decreased strength. The patient is educated on prevention of reoccurrence once the tendonitis is resolved.