Suffering From a Wrist Injury? Here’s What You Should Know About Treatment and Recovery
Wrist injuries can be a common result of accidents, especially car crashes, falls, or sports injuries. A wrist injury, whether it’s a sprain, fracture, or tendon injury, can impact your daily life and prevent you from performing simple tasks like typing, driving, or lifting. At Keystone Medical Group, we specialize in diagnosing and treating wrist injuries for residents in Kansas City, Overland Park, Olathe, and surrounding areas.
We’re here to help you recover as quickly and completely as possible.
Common Wrist Injuries After an Accident
Wrist injuries vary in severity and can be caused by a variety of incidents, including car accidents, slip-and-falls, or even repetitive motion. Some common types of wrist injuries include:
1. Wrist Sprains and Strains
A wrist sprain occurs when the ligaments in your wrist are stretched or torn, usually due to sudden twisting or impact. A strain involves injury to the muscles or tendons around the wrist. Both injuries can cause swelling, pain, and limited mobility.
2. Fractures (Broken Bones)
Wrist fractures are common, especially in car accidents or falls. A fracture can range from a simple crack in the bone to a more complex break requiring surgery. The most common types of fractures are the distal radius fractures and scaphoid fractures.
3. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
While this condition is typically caused by repetitive motion, it can also result from an accident that impacts the wrist. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when pressure is placed on the median nerve, causing pain, numbness, and weakness in the hand and wrist.
4. Tendonitis or Tendon Tears
Repetitive movements, sudden force, or trauma can lead to tendonitis (inflammation of the tendons) or tears in the tendons that control wrist movement. This condition can cause pain, swelling, and weakness in the wrist.
Symptoms of a Wrist Injury
Wrist injuries can have a variety of symptoms, including:
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Pain or tenderness in the wrist
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Swelling or bruising
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Difficulty moving the wrist or hand
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Numbness or tingling in the hand
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Weakness or instability in the wrist
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Visible deformity (in the case of fractures)
If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms following an accident or injury, it’s important to seek professional treatment as soon as possible.
How Keystone Medical Group Treats Wrist Injuries
At Keystone Medical Group, we provide comprehensive care for wrist injuries, from diagnosis to rehabilitation. Here’s what we do:
1. Thorough Evaluation and Diagnosis
Our team will perform a complete assessment, including physical exams, imaging (like X-rays or MRIs), and testing to determine the extent of your injury.
2. Conservative Treatments
For many wrist injuries, we begin with conservative treatment options, such as:
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Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation (R.I.C.E.)
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Braces or splints to immobilize the wrist
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Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to reduce swelling and pain
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Physical therapy to strengthen the wrist and restore function
3. Advanced Rehabilitation
We use manual therapy, strengthening exercises, and range-of-motion training to help you regain full mobility and strength in your wrist. Our goal is to prevent long-term issues and get you back to your daily activities as quickly as possible.
4. Surgical Referrals
If your injury is severe (such as a fracture or tendon tear that doesn’t heal with conservative care), we’ll refer you to a trusted orthopedic surgeon for further evaluation and treatment.
Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Wrist Pain
Ignoring a wrist injury can lead to chronic pain, weakness, and limited mobility in the future. Early treatment and rehabilitation are essential for preventing long-term complications like arthritis or permanent loss of function. If left untreated, even a mild sprain can turn into a more serious issue.
Serving Kansas City and Beyond
At Keystone Medical Group, we proudly serve patients in Kansas City, MO, Overland Park, Olathe, Lee’s Summit, Raytown, Blue Springs, and other surrounding areas. No matter where your wrist injury occurred, we’re here to help you recover and get back to your normal activities.
Call Keystone Medical Group for Expert Wrist Injury Care
If you’ve injured your wrist in an accident, don’t wait to get the care you need. Call Keystone Medical Group today at 816-705-2842 to schedule your appointment. We’ll provide you with a personalized treatment plan to help you heal quickly and effectively.