Hand & Wrist Treatment

Specialized Hand Therapy – Treatments include, range of motion exercise, strengthening, work simulation, electro and thermal modalities, wound care, and edema (swelling), pain, and scar management.

Anti-Inflammatory Medications – Your physician may suggest anti-inflammation medication to help reduce the inflammation in and around your hand and wrist. These medications, known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS), can help relieve mild to moderate pain by reducing inflammation.

Injections – A corticosteroid (also known as a cortisone shot) is often given as a temporary solution to help relieve your hand and wrist pain. The steroid is injected directly into your hand and wrist joint, helping to reduce inflammation and pain. However, there is a downside: too many injections can cause joint damage, so typically there is a limit on the number of cortisone shots a patient can receive.

Bracing, Splinting and Custom Orthotics – To effectively treat hand and wrist injuries a splint or brace is often required. Our certified hand therapists properly design and build splints or orthotics for your hand and your injury. Splints and bracing are used to heal, minimize development of scar tissue, maintain wrist or hand function and reduce pain.