Hand Pain
If you suffer from pain in the hand, please Schedule an appointment with one of our orthopedic specialists as soon as possible.
What Is Hand Pain?
Hand pain is any discomfort or unpleasant sensation in the hand. It can range from mild to severe and may affect one or both hands. Some causes include:
- Injuries: Trauma, such as fractures, sprains, dislocations, or ligament tears, can cause pain in the hand. Moreover, overuse injuries from repetitive motions or excessive gripping can also contribute to pain in the hand, such as carpal tunnel syndrome or tendinitis.
- Arthritis: Conditions such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis can cause inflammation, stiffness, and pain in the hand’s joints.
- Nerve compression: Additionally, compression or irritation of nerves in the hand, such as the median nerve in carpal tunnel syndrome, can cause pain, numbness, and tingling.
- Tendinopathies: Tendons in the hand can become inflamed or develop small tears, causing pain and restricted movement. Furthermore, De Quervain’s tenosynovitis serves as an example of a tendinopathy that affects the thumb side of the hand.
- Infections: Bacterial, viral, or fungal infections may cause hand pain, often accompanied by redness, swelling, warmth, and localized tenderness.
- Circulatory issues: Reduced blood flow from conditions such as Raynaud’s disease or peripheral artery disease can cause pain, numbness, and color changes in the hand.
- Nerve conditions: Peripheral neuropathy and nerve entrapment syndromes can cause pain, often accompanied by tingling, numbness, or weakness.
- Systemic diseases: Certain systemic conditions, such as diabetes, lupus, or fibromyalgia, can be a cause.
Treatments Options
Treatment depends on the underlying cause and may include rest, immobilization, pain medication, anti-inflammatory drugs, physical therapy, splinting, corticosteroid injections, or surgery. A healthcare professional, such as a hand specialist or orthopedic surgeon, should provide a proper diagnosis and develop an appropriate treatment plan.
If you have persistent or worsening pain, seek medical attention for evaluation, diagnosis, and appropriate management.
If you would like to speak to an Orthopedic Hand or Wrist Specialist, give us a call at 817-697-4038 or contact us online. Telemedicine appointments are also available.
