Wrist & Elbow
Our team of experienced physiotherapists can assist in diagnosing and treating wrist and elbow injuries, including acute trauma and chronic conditions.
Physiotherapy consultation for wrist and elbow injuries
Our skilled physiotherapist offers precise diagnosis and prompt treatment for wrist and elbow injuries. This encompasses acute trauma such as fractures, ligament tears, tendon ruptures, and muscle injuries, as well as chronic conditions like non-specific arm pain, work-related upper limb disorders, and overuse injuries.
De Quervain's Tenosynovitis: Inflammation of thumb tendons.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Median nerve compression in the wrist.
Wrist Sprains: Ligament injuries from sudden twisting.
Fractures: Breaks in wrist bones like radius and ulna.
Tendonitis: Tendon inflammation from overuse.
Ganglion Cysts: Noncancerous lumps along tendons or joints.
Scaphoid Fractures: Wrist scaphoid bone breaks.
TFCC Tears: Triangular fibrocartilage complex tears.
Hamate Fractures: Hamate bone breaks in the wrist.
Commonly wrist injuries include:
Common elbow injuries include:
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis): Outer elbow pain and inflammation.
Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis): Inner elbow pain and inflammation.
Elbow Sprains: Ligament injuries from force or impact.
Elbow Bursitis: Bursa inflammation in the elbow.
Elbow Fractures: Breaks in elbow bones like humerus, radius, and ulna.
Olecranon Bursitis: Bursa inflammation at the elbow tip.
Radial Head Fractures: Radial head bone breaks near the elbow.
Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) Tears: Ligament tears on the inner elbow.
For wrist and elbow pain, physiotherapy treatments may include:
Manual Therapy: Hands-on techniques to improve joint mobility and reduce pain.
Stretching and Strengthening: Exercises to enhance flexibility and strength.
Activity Modification: Adjusting activities to reduce strain.
Education and Advice: Guidance on posture and self-care.
Functional Rehabilitation: Training for improved function.
Taping and Bracing: Support techniques for activities.
Pain Management: Strategies to manage pain effectively.
These treatments are tailored to your specific needs and goals, aiming to reduce pain, improve mobility, and enhance function. Contact us for a consultation with our physiotherapists to develop a personalised treatment plan.