PHYSICAL THERAPY FOR HAND & WRIST PAIN

Hand and wrist pain can make the simplest daily tasks a challenge. Whether the pain is a result of arthritis, a jammed finger, or numbness from carpal tunnel, it can be difficult to complete necessary jobs at work or physical activity. Skilled therapy can be the difference between having a nagging hand injury that lasts for months and being pain-free.

COMMON CAUSES OF HAND & WRIST PAIN

There are a variety of factors that can contribute to hand and wrist pain, such as:

• Rheumatoid Arthritis

• Osteoarthritis

• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

• Sprains

• Fractures

• Tendinopathies

HOW WE TREAT HAND & WRIST PAIN

Whether your primary concerns are pain, weakness, or lack of mobility, your physical therapist, occupational therapist, or certified hand therapist will develop a tailored treatment plan to help you restore hand function to its highest potential. We’ll work with you on reaching your goals through a variety of exercises and techniques.

Common treatment interventions include:

•  Upper Extremity Strengthening and Endurance

• Work and Sport-specific Activity

• Localized Soft Tissue and Joint Mobilization

• Active and Passive Range of Motion Exercises

• Spinal Mobilization and Manipulation

• Grip Strengthening

• Desensitization

• Scar Massage

• Custom Splinting

• Patient Education