Common conditions we treat at Sure Cure Physical Therapy:
Elbow
Wrist & Hand
Managing elbow, wrist, and hand pain can occasionally be quite debilitating and depressing, but don’t worry! You’ve come to the right place and there’s hope here—you don’t need to rely on injections or surgery or take painkillers.
Understanding Hand, Wrist, and Elbow Pain: Differential Diagnosis and Knowing When to Contact a PT
Syndrome of Carpal Tunnel:
Summary: The carpal tunnel compresses the median nerve.
Symptoms: include hand weakness, tingling, and numbness.
Causes: underlying medical issues and repetitive hand movements
When to Consult an A Physical Therapist:
persistent symptoms that interfere with day-to-day activity
tingling or numbness that doesn’t go away while you rest
Medial/lateral epicondylitis, often known as tennis/golfer’s elbow:
Summary: Inflammation of the tendons that are connected to the medial (golfer’s elbow) or lateral (tennis elbow) epicondyles.
Symptoms: include forearm and elbow pain and weakness.
Causes: Gripping sports equipment or engaging in repetitive arm motions.
When to Consult an A Physical Therapist:
pain that gets worse when you move in a certain way.
Having trouble holding stuff.
Tenosynovitis de Quervain:
Summary: Inflammation of the tendons on the wrist’s thumb side.
Symptoms: include swelling and pain near the thumb’s base.
Causes: Repeated wrist and thumb motions.
When to Consult an A Physical Therapist:
discomfort when moving the thumb and wrist.
Thumb range of motion is restricted.
The Trigger Finger
Summary: A disorder in which a finger becomes trapped in a bent posture.
Symptoms: Finger locking or catching sensation.
Causes: Gripping actions done repeatedly.
When to Consult an A Physical Therapist:
persistent finger locking or catching.
Having trouble getting the finger straight.
Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis:
Summary: Rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis are two types of joint inflammation.
Symptoms: include decreased range of motion, edema, and tight joints.
Causes: include age, rheumatoid arthritis, and osteoarthritis from misuse of the joints.
When to Consult an A Physical Therapist:
persistent stiffness and pain in the joints.
difficulty carrying out regular tasks.
When to Seek Out Physical Therapy Services:
Sustaining Pain: If pain doesn’t go away after rest and at-home treatments, get help.
Restricted Range of Motion: See a physical therapist if there are any discernible decreases in joint flexibility.
Effect on Day-to-Day Activities: If pain in the hands, wrists, or elbows makes it difficult to do everyday duties or work.
Recent Trauma or Injury: A prompt consultation is needed in the event of recent trauma or injury.
Progressive onset of symptoms: If symptoms worsen over time, get help from a specialist.
Rehabilitation and Preventive Care: Recognize the function of physical therapy in both injury prevention and recovery.
In summary: Physical therapy is essential for early intervention in order to effectively manage pain and enhance quality of life.