Elbow, Wrist & Hand
WHAT IS ELBOW, WRIST & HAND PHYSICAL THERAPY?
Most upper extremity injuries result in short-term pain; however, if your pain lingers for three months or longer, it is considered chronic. Chronic pain may indicate a deeper issue that needs addressing especially when combined with tingling or numbness, especially in the fingers. Elbow Bursitis, Golfer’s Elbow/Tennis Elbow, Cubital Tunnel Syndrome, Arthritis, sprains/strains are common and treatable causes of pain/discomfort and our highly skilled physical therapists can help improve your specific condition. You don’t have to live with pain, schedule a free pain assessment with your local HealthQuest Physical Therapy facility!
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GOALS & STRATEGIES
for treating elbow, wrist & hand conditions
eliminate/reduce
pain & swelling
improved
mobility & flexibility
increased
strength & endurance
education & preventative tools
return to
normal function
proper
alignment
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COMMON
elbow, wrist & hand conditions we treat
Several joints, bones, muscles, and tendons make up your upper extremities. Because of their complex nature, it can sometimes be difficult to figure out where the pain is stemming from. A few of the most common conditions leading to elbow, wrist, or hand pain include:
Arthritis
- Arthritis is very common and affects approximately 53 million Americans. In fact, according to the Arthritis Foundation, arthritis is the most common form of disability in the United States. There are many different forms of arthritis, but it is typically caused by repetitive motions or an injury that impacts the cartilage within the joints of your elbow, wrist, or hand.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)
- he American Physical Therapy Association states that carpal tunnel syndrome impacts approximately 5% of all Americans. The main job of the carpal tunnel is to protect the median nerve on the inside of your wrist, as well as the tendons you use to bend your fingers. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the carpal tunnel becomes constricted or pinched, which can result in pain within the nerve that can extend throughout your entire arm. A constricted carpal tunnel is typically caused by an injury or by repetitive job-related use, such as assembly-line work, keyboard-heavy work, or driving heavy machinery.
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
- Much like carpal tunnel syndrome, cubital tunnel syndrome is another common form of nerve damage that can lead to elbow, wrist, and hand pain. It is caused by repetitive pressure on the ulnar nerve, which is located on the outside of your elbow and is commonly referred to as the “funny bone.” When pressure is put on the cubital tunnel and surrounding nerves, it can cause tingling, numbness, and pain.
Bursitis
- This is inflammation of the fluid-filled pads (bursae) that act as cushions at the joints.
Tendinitis
- Tendinitis is inflammation or irritation of a tendon — the thick fibrous cords that attach muscle to bone. The condition causes pain and tenderness just outside a joint. While tendinitis can occur in any of your tendons, it's most common around your shoulders, elbows, wrists, knees and heels.
Trigger finger
Fractures
- Your physical therapist can help you regain normal range of motion, strength, and functional mobility after a fracture.
Sprains/Strains
- Sprains and strains to the elbow, wrist, or hand can also result in pain.
TREATMENT PLAN
for elbow, wrist & hand pain
We treat the individual…not just the pain or dysfunction. Your physical therapy treatment may include:
Personalized Evaluation
& Treatment Plan
customized therapeutic
exercise program
hands-on
manual therapy
biofeedback
techniques
soft tissue mobilization
& myofascial release
joint
mobilization
relaxation
techniques
biomechanical & functional retraining & education
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elbow, wrist, & hand pain
Whatever condition may be causing your upper extremity pain, HealthQuest Physical Therapy can help. With our advanced treatment methods, we can alleviate your pain, restore your range of motion, and return you to your normal life. Don’t be limited by your elbow, wrist, or hand pain any longer. Contact our Southeast Michigan physical therapy office today to secure your appointment. We’ll get you started on the right path toward quality treatment, so you can grab ahold of your active life again!