What are Finger, Hand and Wrist Injuries?
Injuries to the finger, hand and wrist are very common, and most often occur in contact sports but can also happen during:
- Work-related tasks
- Work projects around the home.
- Accidental falls.
- Older adults – more at risk due to lost muscle mass and bone strength as they age.
Causes of Finger, Hand and Wrist Injuries
These types of injuries may occur from a direct blow, injury or fall. It can happen when you twist jerk, jam, or bend a limb in a way that isn’t normal. Pain typically occurs immediately and is severe, accompanied by bruising and swelling. These acute injuries can include:
- Bruises
- Injuries to ligaments.
- Injuries to tendons.
- Injuries to joints, like sprains.
- Pulled muscles, like strains.
- Broken bones, like fractures.
- Dislocations.
- Crushing injury.
Treatment for Finger, Hand and Wrist Injuries
Treatment for a finger, hand, or wrist injury will vary depending on the location and severity of injury, how long ago it occurred, and age or health condition. Common treatments include:
- Brace
- Splint
- Cast
- Physical therapy
- Surgery, in more severe cases