GETTING A GRIP ON MINOR WRIST PAIN
Wrist Pain Causes, Symptoms & Prevention Tips
We’re sorry your wrist and joints are screaming! Here’s some useful info and tips about wrist pain to help you turn down the volume. That way you can get back to wrangling that garden hose or finishing that 5K.
Common Causes:
Sports-related injuries
Yard work and gardening
Repetitive motion
Chronic conditions like arthritis and gout
Common Symptoms:
Inflammation
Stiffness
Swelling
Difficulty moving and loss in range of movement
Tenderness
Preventing Pain:
Stretch daily and move joints through full range of motion. Stretching in the morning provides a quick energy boost and increases blood flow, thus easing joint pain
Shift positions when sitting at work, watching TV or reading to prevent stiffness
Use protective gear during sports activities
Maintain a weight that is healthy for your body type
