James C. Cassandra, DO
Orthopedic Hand & Elbow Surgeon
The wrist consists of several small bones connected by a number of small ligaments.
A sprain occurs when one or more of these ligaments is overstretched. The usual mechanism of injury is due to an impact or fall onto the outstretched hand.
Patients who sustain a wrist sprain may experience the following symptoms:
If you sustain a wrist sprain, it is important to contact one of the Board Certified Hand and Wrist Specialists at OrthoNeuro to determine the severity of the sprain.
Improper rest and continuing activity can cause the sprain to progress in severity.
The severity of a wrist sprain can vary and therefore the treatment options will be based upon the severity.
Wrist sprains are usually categorized into 3 grades:
Typical treatment options at OrthoNeuro can include:
Surgery is generally not needed so long as the wrist ligament remains intact.
Patients who are experiencing the symptoms of a wrist sprain should not delay a diagnosis.
The decision of what treatments are best for you will be determined by what you and your OrthoNeuro Specialist feel are best.
If you have been suffering the symptoms of a wrist sprain, schedule an appointment with one of our Board Certified Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Specialists at one of our 7 convenient locations throughout Greater Columbus.
Best of all, most patients can be seen within 24 hours of making an appointment.
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