Wrist Sprains & Strains

Causes and Risk Factors:

• Falling on an outstretched hand, which can stretch or tear the wrist tissues
• Lifting heavy objects or sudden twisting of the wrist
• Playing sports, especially ones that use the hands a lot like basketball, tennis, or gymnastics
• Repetitive movements, such as  typing or using tools
• Poor wrist posture or using the wrist in an awkward position for a long time
• Weak muscles or previous injuries that make the wrist more likely to get hurt again

What Happens If Left Untreated? 

• Untreated wrist sprains or strains can lead to chronic pain, stiffness, swelling, and weakness, making it harder to use the wrist or return to normal activities.

How Premier Care Can Help: 

• Manual Therapy: Gentle hands-on techniques to ease pain and improve the wrist movement
• Therapeutic Exercises: Safe stretches and strengthening moves to heal the muscles and ligaments
• Pain Relief Treatments: Using ice, heat, ultrasound, or electrical therapy to reduce pain and swelling
• Wrist Support and Bracing: Giving you a brace or wrap to protect the wrist while it heals
• Education and Prevention Tips: Teaching you how to avoid re-injury with the proper movements and posture