5 physical therapy treatments for a swollen wrist
August 17th, 2024Your wrist is a vital part of your body. You need your wrists for fine motor skills such as typing, driving, and even turning a light on or off. If your wrist is swollen and stiff, you may struggle with even basic activities that require the use of your hands. Wrist pain and injury aren’t
11 tips to avoid developing carpal tunnel syndrome
July 12th, 2024There’s a narrow passage in your wrist called the carpal tunnel. This tunnel houses your median nerve, which sends signals to your thumb, index finger, middle finger and half of your ring finger. When the tissue around the median nerve swells, it can get squeezed in the carpal tunnel. This is a common condition called
6 conditions that can appear days after a car accident injury
June 15th, 2024Have you recently been in a car accident? You’re not alone. Approximately 5.4 million accidents resulted in medically consulted injuries in 2021. Some injuries may be immediately obvious, like a broken bone or a deep cut. Some injuries might take days or even weeks to show up. In the chaos and aftermath of a car