Hand/Wrist Injuries

Injuries to the hand or wrist are the most common among sports, exercise and recreational activities. They range from serious trauma, like a fracture, to an overuse condition, like carpal tunnel syndrome.

In most cases, hand or wrist problems don’t require immediate medical attention. In fact, many injuries can be treated simply with rest, ice, splinting and over-the-counter pain medications. However, if you still have symptoms after two days or if your pain gets worse, you should see a doctor.

For a referral to a MedStar SportsHealth specialist who can help treat your hand or wrist injury, call 1-888-44SPORT.

Common hand/wrist injuries

• Skier’s thumb
• DeQuervain’s disease
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Arthritis
• Trigger finger
• Fractures
• Bursitis
• Tendonitis
• Sprains and strains of the tendons, ligaments and muscles
• Dislocations
• Amputations
• Lacerations
• Overuse injuries
• Contusions and crushing traumas

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