25/08/2023
This week, for the Pain Series, we will be talking about WRIST PAIN.
The wrist consists of bones, muscles and tendons. This is a connecting point for the forearm and the hand. Therefore, any issue with the wrist can affect them too. ๐ฃ
The wrist enables the hand to rotate as well as lifting. Hence, it is important to have the strength and flexibility to execute these motions. ๐ซณ๐ป
Wrist issues can be caused by inflammation/stagnation, resulting in pain, numbness or a tingling sensation. โ๏ธ
A common syndrome experience with wrist pain would be Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. This is an inflammation event where the blood supply, nerves and tendons are all squeezed within the "tunnel" of the wrist, restricting the proper flow, causing pain.
Factors leading to wrist pain can be external injury, wind invasion, postural issue or overuse. ๐
WIND/COLD INVASION: Prolonged exposure of the wrists in the cold or windy weather, causes them to "freeze" up. Hence the importance in keeping the wrists warm when needed.
POSTURAL ISSUE: Being on desk duty, constant use of the mouse or keyboard in a bad posture, puts unnecessary stress on the wrist, leading to Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Hence the importance of postural care education.
OVERUSE: Having to use the wrist a lot in a repetitive motion, especially cooks, massage therapists, etc. wears out the muscles and tendons in the wrist. Hence the importance of balance use of both hands and stretching when needed.
Treatment plan varies depending on severity. Acupuncture along with other TCM treatment modalities are useful for shoulder pain. ๐ชก
Here at Empirical Therapy Centre, we can help people with pain management of the shoulder. ๐
Do get in touch with any enquiries and we will do our best to help. โ๏ธ
