Injuries to the hand and wrist are prevalent and can cause excruciating pain if left untreated. Many hand injuries are caused by overuse or excessive stress on nerves and tendons in the hand.
At Next Level Physical Therapy & Athletic Performance, we work with individuals and athletes who have suffered hand injuries in Santa Clarita and Saugus. Our primary goal is to get patients back to doing what they love, whether it is an amateur bowling league or the world stage.
Hand injuries can be caused by normal wear and tear, hobbies such as gardening and painting, job requirements, or sports. Sports like golf, tennis, gymnastics, wrestling, football, and more have a higher risk of hand and wrist injury.
At Next Level, we treat individuals and athletes, providing tailored treatment plans focusing on achieving their goals. Contact Next Level today at (661) 383-9828 to get started on a pain-free life.
Common Hand Injuries We Treat
The hand and wrist contain more than 27 bones, dozens of muscles and joints, and over 100 ligaments and tendons. Repetitive movements, such as pushing the lawnmower or performing office tasks, can strain these structures considerably, resulting in discomfort, inflammation, and long-lasting pain.
Common hand injuries we treat in our physical therapy studio in Santa Clarita and Saugus:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- De Quervain’s tenosynovitis
- Arthritis
- Tendon Repositioning Surgery
- Fractures
- Trigger Finger
Hand Injuries Caused by Overuse
Overusing the hand and wrist can pressure nerves, tear tissue, or inflame tendons. Repeating the same movements can also cause pain and tenderness and limit mobility.
Hand and wrist injuries caused by overuse include:
Carpal tunnel syndrome - Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused when the median nerve is compressed and may cause tingling, numbness, and weakness in the hand or arm. Several factors, including the repetitive flexing of the wrist, obesity, and inflammatory conditions, can cause carpal tunnel syndrome.
De Quervain’s tenosynovitis—This condition affects the tendons near the thumb and presents itself as pain or swelling near the base of the thumb. It can make participating in sports or everyday activities challenging and may affect one's grip or ability to lift heavy objects.
Trigger finger - Trigger finger is usually caused by repeated or prolonged gripping. The overuse or repetitive motion causes irritation and inflammation in the finger's tendons.
Contact Next Level to Get Started Today
If you have suffered a hand injury in Santa Clarita and Saugus, call Next Level at (661) 383-9828 to see how we can help you get back to doing what you love.
We believe that a full-body integrative approach focusing on rehabilitation and wellness helps people recover faster and more thoroughly. Discover how we can improve your quality of life by taking your recovery to the Next Level.
