COMPLAINTS REGARDING YOUR WRIST
Where does the problem begin?
Pain When Moving or Applying Load?
The wrist is a complex anatomical region where small bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, and nerves work together. Pain, swelling, numbness, or loss of strength experienced during movement can stem from various structures.
For proper treatment, factors such as the onset of symptoms, history of trauma, movements that aggravate the condition, and the impact on daily life must be evaluated together.
Pain · Swelling · Numbness · Loss of Strength · Limited Range of Motion · Difficulty Bearing Weight
Wrist Disorders
Common Illnesses and Injuries
Ganglion Cyst
Is there a swelling on your wrist that grows and shrinks?
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Fluid-filled ganglion cysts developing around a joint or tendon sheath can cause pain and discomfort during movement in some patients.
De Quervain Tenosynoviti
Does the wrist pain on the thumb side worsen during gripping?
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Inflammation of the tissues surrounding the tendons that move the thumb can cause pain during gripping, lifting, and repetitive hand movements.
TRAUMA AND OTHER WRIST PROBLEMS
From a Sprain to Complex Joint Damage.
Wrist problems can develop over time or arise following falls, impacts, sprains, or repetitive strain. Injuries to bones, ligaments, cartilage, and tendons can lead to pain, loss of strength, and restricted movement.
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Fractures Around the Wrist
Fractures occurring in the area near the wrist following a fall or direct impact can be treated using surgical or non-surgical methods, depending on the nature of the fracture and its relationship to the joint.
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Scaphoid Fractures
Scaphoid fractures, which cause pain on the thumb side, may sometimes go unnoticed during the initial assessment. A delayed diagnosis can lead to problems with bone healing.
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TFCC Injuries
Injury to the cartilage and ligament structures on the little-finger side of the wrist can cause pain, tenderness, and—at times—a clicking sound or a sensation of catching during weight-bearing.
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Wrist Ligament Injuries
Following a fall, sprain, or strain, the ligaments holding the wrist bones together may become damaged. This condition can lead to pain, reduced grip strength, and joint instability.
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Wrist Osteoarthritis
Damage to the cartilage on joint surfaces—whether occurring over time or following injuries—can result in pain, swelling, and loss of movement.
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Tendon Injuries and Overuse
Trauma, repetitive movements, or prolonged strain can cause pain, tenderness, and weakness during movement in the tendons around the wrist.
Surgery: For the Right Patient, at the Right Time.
Not every problem involving the hand, wrist, elbow, or shoulder requires surgery.
Treatment is planned by collectively evaluating the source of the problem, the patient’s age, occupation, activity level, and expectations, as well as the characteristics of the condition.
In cases where non-surgical methods are insufficient or the injury requires immediate surgery, the appropriate method for the patient and the specific problem is determined.