Wrist pain can be a frustrating problem, affecting everything from typing at work to lifting your shopping. While many people might not think of a chiropractor for wrist pain, our approach can be very effective because we look at the body as a whole, interconnected system.
Often, wrist pain is not just about the wrist. It can be caused by a range of issues, including repetitive strain, sports injuries, or even problems in your arm, shoulder, or neck.
The nerves that control your hand and wrist start in your neck, so any irritation or misalignment there can have a knock-on effect.
When you come to us with wrist pain, we will do a thorough assessment to understand the root cause of the problem. We will look at:
Once we have identified the source of the problem, we can use a combination of gentle chiropractic techniques to help. This might include:
We can perform gentle chiropractic adjustments to the bones in your wrist, as well as your elbow, shoulder, and spine. This helps to restore proper movement in the joints, taking pressure off the nerves and reducing pain.
We may also work on the muscles and ligaments in your forearm and hand to release tension and improve flexibility.
We can give you advice on exercises and stretches to do at home. We can also provide tips on ergonomics to help you avoid aggravating the problem in the future.
Our goal is not just to relieve your wrist pain but to improve the overall function of your body so that you can get back to doing the things you love, pain-free. If you are struggling with wrist pain, we would be happy to see how we can help.
