What Causes Wrist Tendonitis?
- Chronic disorders like diabetes, arthritis, and gout
- Weak wrist posture
- Old age
- Poorly positioned joints or bones
What Are the Symptoms of Wrist Tendonitis?How Is Wrist Tendonitis Treated?
- Medication – To alleviate painful symptoms, your doctor may prescribe nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If necessary, they may also recommend corticosteroid injections.
- Immobilization – Using supportive devices like a splint can stabilize and immobilize your wrist. Doing so helps prevent further injuries while aiding healing.
- Physical Therapy – Gentle exercises help improve your wrist’s strength and range of motion, efficiently managing pain and regaining usual movement. Your therapist will work with you to create an ideal personalized treatment plan.
- Surgery – Surgery may be required when initial treatments fail or if the tendon is damaged. The procedure is typically minimally invasive and only requires a small incision to be made, but more severe cases of tendonitis may be treated with open surgery.
