Any overuse of your hand can make you susceptible to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis or other hand problems. Common causes include computer use, scanning items at a retail store and factory assembly. Even activities like knitting and quilting can lead to problems.
- Take Breaks
- Be Aware
- Be Active
Whenever you are doing a repetitive activity that strains your wrist, stop every 45 minutes. Place your hands on your lap and relax for 30 seconds. You can then return to work with reduced pain.
There are usually one or two activities that aggravate your symptoms. Try to recognize them and change the way you preform the activity. Start managing your pain today!
An exercise program that increases blood flow and muscle tone can decrease your symptoms.
- Custom Splinting
- Low Energy Laser
- Personalized Exercises
A splint will be fabricated to optimally position your hand and wrist to promote healing and decrease your symptoms.The FDA recently approved this device for the treatment of pain and numbness in the hand and wrist. It encourages blood flow to speed healing..
Specific exercises are chosen to resolve your symptoms. A home exercise program will allow you to continue your improvement away from the clinic.
Off the shelf splints many not put your wrist in the optimal position for healing. Sometimes these products aggravate the problem instead of help.