Wrist Pain Treatment in Atlanta, Georgia

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Most people do not realize the extent of work their wrists perform daily until wrist pain makes moving them difficult, highlighting just how debilitating a wrist injury can be. In the United States, arthritis and carpal tunnel syndrome rank as the most common reasons for wrist pain, but the list of potential causes is extensive.

At Atlanta Innovative Medicine (AIM), we specialize in wrist pain treatment, offering both minimally invasive and non-invasive options tailored to address the specific conditions causing your wrist pain. Our approach focuses on not just alleviating the symptoms but targeting the root cause of the pain to provide lasting relief. Whether your wrist pain stems from repetitive strain, injury, or underlying health conditions, our team of experts is here to develop a personalized treatment plan that suits your unique needs and helps restore your wrist’s functionality and comfort.

Wrist Pain: The Basics

wrist pain treatment, image of a woman wearing a red t-shirt looking down at her hand and grasping her right wrist with her left hand. Your wrist is a joint that connects your forearm and hand. This joint contains many small bones that make it possible for you to straighten, bend, and rotate your wrist and hand.

People who suffer from wrist pain might experience other symptoms as well: 

  • Pins-and-needles sensation
  • Dull ache
  • Swollen fingers
  • Difficulty gripping objects
  • Difficulty making a fist
  • Numbness 
  • Tingling
  • Sharp pain in the hand
  • Swelling around the wrist
  • Excess warmth around the wrist

It is important to contact wrist pain specialists, if you find you cannot move your wrist or hand, or if the pain is extreme. 

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Causes of Wrist Pain

wrist pain treatment, image of a man sitting at a table with his laptop and grasping his right wrist with his left hand. There are many causes of wrist pain, and each requires a different treatment approach. That’s why uncovering the root cause of pain is so important. We do this by performing thorough diagnostic tests at our wrist pain center.

Arthritis 

The most common cause of wrist pain is arthritis. Arthritis is an inflammation of the joints, and it can cause stiffness and swelling in the wrist. The normal aging process or overworking the wrists can lead to arthritis. 

The types of arthritis that most commonly affect the wrists are rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. 

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Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that develops when the immune system attacks the lining of the joints. Not only does it cause significant swelling and pain, but it can also cause bone erosion. 

Osteoarthritis is a degenerative bone disease. It occurs when the cartilage that protects the joints breaks down. This allows the bones to rub together, resulting in pain, swelling, and bone spurs. 

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal tunnel syndrome begins with a pinching of the median nerve, one of the three most important nerves in your forearm. The median nerve carries sensations to various parts of your hand:

  • Index finger
  • Middle finger
  • Thumb
  • Part of the ring finger

Wrist pain doctors recognize that carpal tunnel syndrome is a frequent cause of wrist pain. 

People who perform repetitive tasks with their hands, such as writing, typing, or sewing, are at risk of developing carpal tunnel syndrome. It also frequently affects people with arthritis or diabetes or with a family history of carpal tunnel syndrome. 

Injuries

Injuries to the wrist can cause severe or chronic pain. One common way to get this type of injury is to fall and catch yourself with your hands. Even if you do not break any bones, nerves and tissues can sustain injuries that lead to pain. 

Repetitive stress can damage the tissues around the joints and even lead to fractures. Any repetitive activities can put stress on the entire joint. 

Kienbock’s Disease

Kienbock’s disease is a condition that usually affects young adults. It involves the gradual collapse of one of the bones in the wrist, which may happen when the bone does not receive enough blood supply. 

Ganglion Cysts

Wrist pain specialists also look for ganglion cysts when determining the cause of wrist pain. Ganglion cysts are soft tissue cysts that develop in the part of the wrist opposite the palm. They contain fluid and can be very painful. 

Tendonitis

Tendons cross your wrists and support movement in the wrist and fingers. Irritated or inflamed tendons can swell and cause pain and mobility issues.

Personalized Wrist Pain Treatment

wrist pain treatment, image of a doctor examining an elderly patient’s forearm. Wrist pain doctors offer a wide range of treatment options. Traditional treatments involve surgical procedures and pain medications that can have unpleasant side effects. At AIM, we have several treatment options available depending on the initial diagnosis.

Chiropractic Treatment

Chiropractic care involves relieving pain and improving mobility while also treating the cause of the pain. By performing adjustments to the wrist with manual manipulation, our wrist specialists can help reduce inflammation and strengthen the structure of the wrist, while also lowering the risk for future injury. 

Regenerative Medicine

We also provide regenerative medicine treatment at AIM. Regenerative medicine options like stem cell therapy can use your stem cells to help jump-start your body’s natural healing process.

PRP Therapy

Platelet-rich plasma is another innovative treatment method. PRP allows the injured areas in your wrist to get the nutrients and growth factors needed to start healing while also helping reduce the inflammation that may be causing pain. 

Prolozone Therapy  

Our doctors also perform Prolozone therapy at our wrist pain relief clinic. These injections contain ozone gas and collagen-boosting substances, which increase blood flow to injured areas and help the wrist heal more effectively. Prolozone therapy can help repair and tighten lax ligaments and stop the inflammatory cycle so that the injury can heal. 

Prolotherapy

Prolotherapy is another treatment option our specialists may suggest. With this treatment, we inject a mild irritant, usually sugar, into the injured area. This injection spurs your immune system to begin the healing process. It can help address pain and treat its underlying cause. 

Turn to AIM’s wrist pain therapy, Georgia, by calling 770.232.6243 today. 

AIM: The Wrist Pain Clinic Near You

wrist pain treatment, image of happy elderly couple sitting on the couch while the man plays the guitar. Wrist pain can make simple tasks seem impossible. It can cause radiating pain, making you unable to enjoy your hobbies and favorite activities.

At AIM, we know that traditional treatments for conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome or arthritis are not always successful. If you have tried other treatments without success, or seeking less invasive options, we can help. 

Our wrist pain treatment clinic offers therapies that use your body’s healing mechanisms without relying on pain medication alone. We are here to help you get to the root cause of the problem and not just to hide the symptoms. 

To schedule your free wrist consultation with our specialist, call us now at 770.232.6243.

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