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Wrist tendonitis is defined as inflammation of the tendons in the wrist. Tendonitis is now more commonly referred to by health professionals as overuse tendinopathy. This condition is localized pain in or around the tendon. When this occurs it is due to a band of fibrous tissue that connects to the muscle of the bone and transmits the force and action of the muscle.
Typically, your tendons can withstand a lot of bending, stretching and twisting movements since they are designed for this. Although, they may become inflamed from traumatic injury which leaves your wrist with torn fibers or other damage, causing wrist tendonitis.
Depending on the condition, the problems which occur may vary. With some conditions, more inflammation is common while others might be affected by chronic damage to the tendon.
The most common symptom complaint of people diagnosed with wrist tendonitis is pain in the wrist. Although, it typically not severe and may be described as more of a dull pain. Pain and stiffness often occur in the morning when you wake.
Other symptoms may occur, including:
Our team of orthopedic surgeons are experts in the treatment of wrist tendonitis. Whether you have just begun to experience symptoms or have been experiencing the symptoms for a while, you can count on us for an effective wrist tendonitis treatment. You can visit any of our offices in Boca Raton, Deerfield Beach, Coral Springs, Plantation, and Fort Lauderdale.
Wrist tendonitis is usually described as a repetitive strain injury due to the trigger typically being from common everyday activities such as:
Although, it is more common for wrist tendonitis to occur from injuries and repetitive lifestyle movement. Additional causes may include:
To properly diagnose carpal tunnel syndrome, your hand surgeon will take a comprehensive medical history which includes prior injuries, information of daily activities, and history of symptoms. X-rays can be helpful in determining wrist tendonitis and your physician might order one depending on your condition. Although, other tests such as an MRI or ultrasound can show tendonitis more clearly.
Most patients who experience wrist tendonitis are not treated with surgical procedures. Some treatments may be more particular than others depending on the diagnosis. Your treatment plan will be made to fit your specific condition.
It is typical for the following to be recommended:
Although this method isn’t typical when all else fails surgery may be your only option. This performed by increasing space in between tendons.
