Wrist Tendon Injury: Preventing Pain
Overview
Inflammation or small tears in a tendon (tendinopathy) can cause wrist pain. Although tendinopathy is a different condition than carpal tunnel syndrome, both can respond to the same home treatment tips.
- Gently warm up your wrists and fingers before you begin an activity. Fan open your fingers. Stretch your wrists forward and back. Do some wrist circles. Repeat these stretches from time to time throughout the day.
- Keep your wrists straight rather than bending them when you use them. This includes when you ride a bike, knit, chop, use a mouse or keyboard, use various tools, and drive.
- Take frequent breaks from activities that require repetitive wrist and finger motions.
Credits
Current as of: November 9, 2022
Author: Healthwise Staff
Clinical Review Board:
William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine
Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine
Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine
Kenneth J. Koval MD - Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedic Trauma
Current as of: November 9, 2022
Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine & Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine & Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine & Kenneth J. Koval MD - Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedic Trauma