How Can Massage help with Injuries

Wrist Injuries: Overuse, Tendonitis, and Prevention

Wrist injuries, these include repetitive stress/strain, sudden trauma, or age-related wear and tear. They can range from mild to severe and can lead to long-term disability. Among the most common wrist injuries are overuse injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome and wrist tendonitis.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) happens when the median nerve which runs through the carpal tunnel becomes compressed. This affects the wrist, hand, and fingers, as the nerve is responsible for sensation in the thumb, index, and middle fingers. Common signs include tingling, numbness, pain, and weakness in the hand or fingers. The symptoms of CTS typically begin subtly and worsen over times especially at night or during activities that involve repetitive wrist motions, such as typing or playing an instrument.

Wrist Tendonitis

Wrist tendonitis occurs when the tendons connecting the forearm muscles to the wrist bones become inflamed. Symptoms include pain, stiffness and swelling in the wrist,  ranging from mild to severe This is triggered by repetitive movements, sudden impacts, or age-related degeneration.. Tenderness and warmth in the affected area are also common signs of tendonitis.

Treatment and Prevention

There are several treatments and prevention strategies can help manage and alleviate the symptoms of both carpal tunnel syndrome and wrist tendonitis.

·        Rest and Recovery: Ice and rest will reduce pain and swelling.

·        Wrist Support: Wearing a wrist brace or splint during activities that cause aggravate this.

·        Physical Therapy: Stretching and strengthening exercises for the wrist and forearm muscles can improve mobility and reduce discomfort.

·        Ergonomic Adjustments: Making changes to your work environment, such as using a keyboard with wrist support or adjusting your desk height.

Massage and treatment will aid in the recovery of these conditions.

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