Wrist Pain No More

Pain in the wrist joint is an extremely common complaint, and there can be many potential causes. However, prolonged pain from a previous injury or a history of rheumatoid arthritis may have made you susceptible to wrist arthritis.

Wrist arthritis is associated with several common disorders, including post-traumatic arthritis from a previous injury, wrist instability caused by damage to tendons and ligaments, and rheumatoid arthritis. While each condition is slightly different, they often result in the same symptoms: pain, swelling, and limited function.

Both surgical and nonsurgical treatment options exist for wrist arthritis, and many cases can be managed successfully with conservative treatments such as:

• Lifestyle modifications – Avoiding certain movements or activities that may worsen pain.
• Wrist splints – Also known as support braces, these can provide stability and reduce discomfort during daily activities.
• Heat applications – Applying heat in short intervals to help relieve stiffness and discomfort.
• Anti-inflammatory medications – Commonly prescribed to reduce inflammation and ease pain.
• Cortisone injections – Injections into the wrist joint to help reduce inflammation and provide pain relief.

If conservative treatments are not effective, surgical procedures may be considered. For more information on wrist arthritis treatment options, please contact our wrist specialists at The Hand & Upper Extremity Center of Georgia by calling (404) 255-0226 or click here to request an appointment online