Can You Prevent Carpal Fractures?
Can You Prevent Carpal Fractures?
Why It Matters
Preventing carpal fractures can save you from pain and lengthy recovery times. Learn how to protect your wrists!
Contents
- Understanding Risk Factors
- Protective Measures to Consider
- The Role of Occupational Therapy
Understanding Risk Factors
Certain activities increase the risk of carpal fractures, like sports that involve falls or impacts. Being aware of these risks helps in adopting prevention strategies, such as wearing protective gear.
Protective Measures to Consider
Wearing wrist guards during high-risk activities can reduce the chance of fractures. Additionally, strengthening wrist muscles through exercises can provide better support and resilience against injuries.
The Role of Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapists can help tailor exercises and strategies to minimize wrist injury risks, especially for people in jobs that involve repetitive wrist movements or heavy lifting.
FAQs
Who is at risk for carpal fractures?
People in high-impact sports or jobs involving heavy wrist use.
How can you prevent wrist injuries?
Use wrist guards and perform strengthening exercises.
Is therapy helpful for prevention?
Yes, occupational therapy can provide personalized prevention tips.
Wrapping Up
Taking simple preventive steps can safeguard your wrists from fractures.
Additional References
- Eiff MP, Petering RC. Carpal fractures. In: Fracture Management for Primary Care, 3rd ed, Eiff MP, Hatch RL (Eds), Saunders, Philadelphia 2013.
- Marchessault J, Conti M, Baratz ME. Carpal fractures in athletes excluding the scaphoid. Hand Clin 2009; 25:371.
This article has been reviewed for accuracy by one of the licensed medical doctors working for Doctronic.