Elbow & Wrist Pain Treatment in Chesterfield.
64 Jaw Bones Hill, Chesterfield, S40 2EN
Elbow & Wrist Pain affects daily tasks such as: lifitng, gripping, typing or many exercises.
What is Elbow & Wrist Pain?
Elbow and wrist pain refer to discomfort or pain in the joints and surrounding tissues of the elbow and wrist. These pains are common and can result from muscle strains, ligament sprains, tendonitis, repetitive strain injuries, or arthritis. The pain may be sharp, dull, or throbbing, and its intensity can vary. Such discomfort often impacts daily tasks, hand function, and overall quality of life. Proper diagnosis and targeted therapy are important for effective recovery and restoring movement.
Common Symptoms:
Stiffness, tightness, or swelling within in affected area
Reduced grip strength or weakness
Discomfort when lifting and/or typing
Why it happens.
Elbow and wrist pain can stem from muscle strain, joint restriction, tendinopathy, or nerve compression. Repetitive movements, poor ergonomics, and improper technique often exacerbate symptoms. Conditions such as tennis elbow, carpal tunnel syndrome, or wrist sprains are common causes. As each case varies, a thorough assessment is essential to develop an effective treatment plan and ensure lasting recovery.
What to do now for Elbow & Wrist Pain.
Conservative Management
Taking valuable rest or light activity drills to ease pain at the area. Further supportive aids such as braces and splints to reduce strain.
Sports Therapy
This focuses on finding the root cause of your problem. Treating the issue via strengthening and/or activation drills tailored to support the elbow & wrist.
Manual Therapy/Mobilisations
Hands on treatment specifically utilised to alleviate pain and increase range of movement (ROM)
Medications
Medications may be prescribed for worser case scenarios for further pain relief and can further aid recovery/inflammation utilised along side exercise therapy.
Surgery
In severe cases, as the last resort, surgery is considered when all conservative management techniques have failed or there is severe structural damage.