Hand Pain

Have you been feeling discomfort, aching, or soreness in any part of the hand, including the fingers, palm, wrist, or forearm? If so, you are not alone! Hand pain is common, but thankfully, our physical therapy offices in Bronxville, NY and Mamaroneck, NY are here to help! Hand Pain  can be caused by a variety of factors, such as:

 

Injury:​

Fractures

Sprains and Strains

Dislocations

Tendon Injuries

Arthritis:

Osteoarthritis

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Psoriatic Arthritis

Gout

Tendinitis:

De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis: Inflammation of the tendons on the thumb side of the wrist, causing pain when moving the thumb or wrist.

Trigger Finger: A condition where one of the fingers becomes stuck in a bent position and may pop or click when trying to straighten it.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome:

Caused by compression of the median nerve as it passes through the carpal tunnel in the wrist. 

Ganglion Cysts:

Noncancerous lumps or fluid-filled sacs that develop near the joints or tendons in the wrist or hand. They can cause pain if they press on nearby nerves.

Nerve Conditions:

Peripheral Neuropathy: Nerve damage that leads to pain, numbness, or tingling in the hands.

Ulnar Nerve Compression: Occurs when the ulnar nerve is compressed or irritated, often at the elbow (cubital tunnel syndrome) or wrist (Guyon’s canal syndrome).

Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI):

Caused by repetitive hand movements, such as typing, writing, or using tools.

Dupuytren's Contracture:

A condition where the tissue under the skin of the palm thickens and tightens, causing the fingers (usually the ring and pinky fingers) to curl toward the palm. This can lead to pain and difficulty straightening the affected fingers.

 

Hand pain can range from mild to severe and may affect daily activities like gripping, typing, or holding objects. Some symptoms of hand pain include:

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Aching or throbbing pain in the fingers, palm, or wrist.

Swelling or redness around the joints or tendons.

Stiffness or difficulty moving the hand or fingers.

Numbness or tingling 

Weakness or inability to grasp or hold objects.

Clicking or popping sounds in the joints (e.g., trigger finger).

Pain that worsens with movement or activity.

 

Physical therapy can be highly effective for someone suffering from hand pain by addressing the underlying causes of discomfort, improving strength and flexibility, and helping restore normal function. At Prime Physio Physical Therapy in Bronxville, NY and Mamaroneck, NY we can provide you with a non-invasive approach to treat your hand pain through:

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Manual therapy and other modalities such as ice and heat to reduce pain

Restoring Strength

Improving Flexibility and Range of Motion

Gait and Dexterity Training

Our expert physical therapists can help retrain the hand to perform complex movements. Fine motor skill training focuses on restoring coordination and dexterity, especially for those who have lost function in daily tasks like buttoning a shirt, holding a pen, or typing.

Custom Splinting and Bracing for immobilization 

Ergonomic Education: guidance on proper hand positioning and ergonomic adjustments for workspaces, tools, or activities to reduce strain on the hands and wrists.

Functional Training for Daily Activities

Preventing Recurrence

Scar tissue mobilization

 

Physical therapy is an effective, non-invasive approach to managing hand pain, focusing on relieving pain, improving strength, flexibility, and coordination, and restoring normal hand function. Whether hand pain results from injury, arthritis, or nerve compression, at Prime Physio Physical Therapy we provide customized treatment plans that address the specific needs of the patient, improving quality of life and preventing future problems.