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  • Physical Therapy: Hands-On Healing
  • Medications: Pain Relief Options
  • Surgical Interventions: Last Resort

Therapies for Hand Pain: What Are Your Options?

Therapies for Hand Pain: What Are Your Options?

Why It Matters

Hand pain can be managed with various therapies, but choosing the right one is key. Explore the treatment options available for different conditions.
Contents
  • Physical Therapy: Hands-On Healing
  • Medications: Pain Relief Options
  • Surgical Interventions: Last Resort

Physical Therapy: Hands-On Healing

Physical therapy is a common treatment for hand pain, focusing on exercises that strengthen muscles and improve range of motion. Therapists can tailor exercises to individual needs, helping to alleviate pain and prevent future problems. Regular sessions can lead to significant improvements in hand function.

Medications: Pain Relief Options

Pain relief medications, such as NSAIDs, are often used to manage hand pain. They help reduce inflammation and relieve discomfort, providing short-term relief. For chronic conditions, doctors may prescribe stronger medications or corticosteroid injections.
Various therapies for managing hand pain, including physical therapy and medications such as NSAIDs and corticosteroid injections.

Surgical Interventions: Last Resort

Surgery is typically a last resort for severe hand pain when other treatments fail. Procedures can address structural issues, such as tendon repairs or nerve decompression. While effective, surgery requires a recovery period and carries potential risks.

FAQs

How does physical therapy help hand pain?

It strengthens muscles and improves flexibility to reduce pain and prevent future issues.

What medications are used for hand pain?

NSAIDs and corticosteroids are commonly used to relieve inflammation and pain.

When is surgery considered for hand pain?

Surgery is considered when other treatments fail to relieve severe hand pain.

The Bottom Line

Exploring different therapies can help you find the most effective relief for your hand pain.
Talk to Doctronic about which therapy might be best suited for your hand condition.
Additional References
  1. Swigart CR. Hand and wrist pain. In: Kelley's textbook of rheumatology, 9th, Firestein GS, Budd RC, Gabriel SE, McInnes IB, O'Dell R (Eds), Elsevier Saunders, Philadelphia 2013. Vol I, p.718.
This article has been reviewed for accuracy by one of the licensed medical doctors working for Doctronic.