WRIST & HAND PAIN
(201) 535-4145 A: Paramus Physical Therapy & Rehab Center
12 N STATE ROUTE 17 SUITE 118 PARAMUS, NJ 07652 W: www.paramusptnj.com L: Google Map
(201) 880-7787 A: Maywood Physical Therapy & Rehab Center
119 E. Passaic St Maywood, NJ 07607 W: www.maywoodpt.com L: Google Map
(201) 523-9778 A: Emerson Physical Therapy & Rehab Center
45 Emerson Plaza East #102, Emerson, NJ 07630 W: www.emersonptnj.com L: Google Map
(201) 338-4053 A: Bergenfield Physical Therapy & Rehab Center
253 S Washington Ave, Suite 1a, Bergenfield, NJ 07621 W: www.bergenfieldptnj.com L: Google Map
(862) 249-1330 A: Clifton Physical Therapy & Rehab Center
1373 Broad Street Suite 204, Clifton, NJ 07013 W: www.cliftonptnj.com L: Google Map
Wrist & hand physical therapy in paramus, New Jersey
Wrist & Hand pain is a common problem especially for those who use their hands constantly on computers or smartphones. With more hours and usage of computers and cellphones, the incidence of wrist and hand has increased threefold. This pain is a result of improper function and overuse of ligaments and muscles in the wrist and hand. Our Physical Therapy Paramus offers non-surgical options for effectively and safely managing your wrist and hand pain treatment nj.
Wrist and hand pain is a very common problem. It can refer to many different issues, from simple sprains to severe osteoarthritis. One of our goals is to determine the exact cause of the pain and treat it as such.
SYMPTOMS / CAUSES
Wrist and hand pain is very common in our society. It is a result of the overuse of the wrist, forearm and hand muscles. This is due to the use of improper lifting equipment, repetitive movements and the overall structure of the body can become unbalanced. As these structures are involved in transferring of energy from one part to another, it's important that they are coordinated with each other to avoid strain on the tendons and ligaments causing pain.
CAUSES
Wrist pain is one of the most common problems that doctors see. There are many causes of wrist pain, which usually vary from patient to patient. Wrist pain can be due to a functional or structural disorder; for example trauma, improper development, muscle spasms, muscle weakness, working posture and arthritis. Other causes include but are not limited to:
- Developmental dysfunctions
- Developmental imbalance with muscles
- Muscular strains
- Ligamentous sprains
- Poor ergonomics
DIAGNOSIS
Wrist and hand pain is considered as the most common type of musculoskeletal pain, while the joints of the hand and wrist are also some of the largest ones in the human body. The other name which is used to refer to this condition is carpal tunnel syndrome. During the rehabilitation procedure, certain exercises are given to help ensure that the wrist will regain its strength and flexibility to avoid any further injury.
DIFFERENTIAL DIAGNOSIS:
- De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis
- Tendonitis
- Nerve Injuries
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Arthritis
- Trigger Finger
- Gamekeep’s Thumb
- Grip Weakness
- Post Surgical Rehabilitation
How to Treat Hand and Wrist Pain with Physical Therapy Paramus
Hand and wrist pain can cause severe discomfort and interfere with activities of daily living. If you are looking for specialist physicians who combine science with expertise in manual medicine, physical therapy and neuromuscular stabilization rehabilitation, then Physical Therapy Paramus is the right place. We provide expert treatment and rehabilitation that will help to alleviate symptoms, restore mobility and relieve pain.