Injury Doctors NYC specializes in providing comprehensive care for individuals experiencing hand pain. Our team of experienced medical professionals is dedicated to diagnosing the underlying cause of your discomfort and implementing personalized treatment plans to effectively alleviate your symptoms. Below, we outline the common causes, diagnosis, and treatment options for hand pain:
Common Causes of Hand Pain:
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Compression of the median nerve as it travels through the carpal tunnel in the wrist, often due to repetitive motions, wrist injuries, or underlying conditions such as arthritis, leading to pain, numbness, or tingling in the thumb, index, and middle fingers.
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Arthritis: Degenerative changes in the joints of the hand, including osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis, resulting in pain, stiffness, swelling, and decreased mobility in the fingers and thumb.
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Tendonitis: Inflammation of the tendons in the hand, such as the flexor or extensor tendons, typically due to overuse, repetitive strain, or trauma, resulting in pain, swelling, and difficulty with gripping or grasping objects.
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Ganglion Cysts: Fluid-filled sacs that develop on or around the joints or tendons of the hand, often causing pain, swelling, and discomfort, particularly with movement or pressure on the affected area.
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Trigger Finger: A condition where one or more fingers get stuck in a bent position, often due to inflammation or thickening of the flexor tendons, resulting in pain, clicking, or locking when attempting to straighten the finger.
Diagnosis:
When you visit Injury Doctors NYC for hand pain evaluation, our skilled physicians will conduct a thorough assessment, which may include:
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Medical History Review: Gathering information about your symptoms, medical history, previous hand injuries, and occupational or recreational activities.
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Physical Examination: Assessing the range of motion, strength, stability, and sensation in the hand and fingers, as well as identifying areas of tenderness, swelling, or deformity.
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Diagnostic Testing: Ordering imaging studies such as X-rays, ultrasound, or MRI to evaluate the bones, joints, and soft tissues of the hand, helping to identify structural abnormalities, fractures, or signs of arthritis.
Treatment Options:
Based on the diagnosis, our team will develop a customized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs and preferences. Treatment options may include:
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Rest and Immobilization: Temporarily resting the hand and avoiding activities that exacerbate pain, as well as using splints or braces to support and immobilize the affected area, promoting healing and reducing strain on injured tissues.
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Medications: Prescribing pain relievers, anti-inflammatory drugs, or corticosteroid injections to alleviate pain, reduce inflammation, and improve hand function.
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Physical Therapy: Engaging in targeted exercises, stretches, and therapeutic modalities to improve hand strength, flexibility, and coordination, as well as reduce muscle tension and joint stiffness.
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Aspiration or Surgical Removal: Draining or surgically removing ganglion cysts to alleviate pain and prevent recurrence, particularly if conservative treatments fail to provide relief.
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Tendon Release Surgery: Performing surgical release of the affected flexor tendon to alleviate symptoms of trigger finger, allowing for smoother movement and improved finger function.
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Joint Fusion or Replacement: In cases of severe arthritis or joint damage, surgical procedures such as joint fusion or joint replacement may be considered to alleviate pain, restore mobility, and improve hand function.
At Injury Doctors NYC, our primary goal is to alleviate your hand pain and restore your quality of life. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward effective hand pain relief.
