Wrist Injury
Fractures (radius and ulna or carpal bones and dislocations)
Often caused by a fall onto the outstretched hand or a strong twisting/turning movement.
Treatment:
- If you suspect a fracture or a dislocation support the arm in a comfortable position and seek medical help immediately
Sprains
Can be caused by a fall onto an outstretched hand or by a sudden or repeated twisting/turning movement.
Treatment:
- Stop playing the sport that caused the injury to rest the wrist
- Use an Elastoplast Sport Cold pack at regular intervals
- Elevate and support the wrist, this will help to reduce swelling
- If symptoms don't improve after 48 hours, talk to your GP or a qualified physio.
Tendonitis
Often caused by repeated movements causing inflammation of one or more of the tendons at the wrist, thumb or fingers.
Treatment:
- Stop the activity you think is causing the problem to rest the sprain
- Apply an Elastoplast Sport Cold pack at regular intervals
- Elevate and support the wrist, this will help to reduce swelling
- If symptoms don't improve after 48 hours, talk to your GP or a qualified physio.