Hand Pain
Our hands allow us to interact with the world around us. They are a very specialised and skilled part of our body. It can really get in the way of life, especially when the pain is in your dominant hand. There are lots of causes for hand pain, check out the information on this page for more details on hand pain, causes and treatment options.
What is Hand Pain?
Hand pain encompasses any discomfort, soreness, or ache in the hands, which can range from mild to severe. It can be a result of various conditions, affecting the bones, joints, tendons, nerves, or skin. Hand pain can hinder daily activities, making it crucial to understand its causes and treatment options.
Common Conditions That Can Cause Hand Pain
Several conditions can lead to hand pain, including but not limited to:
- Arthritis: A leading cause of hand pain, arthritis can affect various joints in the hand, leading to pain, stiffness, and swelling.
- Sprain or strain of the muscles and joints in the hand.
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Characterised by numbness and tingling in the hand, caused by pressure on the median nerve in the wrist.
- De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis: Inflammation of the tendons on the thumb side of the wrist, causing pain and tenderness.
- Ganglion Cysts: Fluid-filled lumps that can develop along the tendons or joints of the wrists or hands.
- Gout: A form of arthritis with symptoms of sudden, severe attacks of pain, redness, and tenderness in joints.
- Lupus: An autoimmune disease that can cause inflammation and pain in the joints of the hands.
- Peripheral Neuropathy: Damage to the nerves in the hands, often causing weakness, numbness, and pain.
- Raynaud’s : A condition that causes some areas of the body, such as the fingers, to feel numb and cool in response to cold temperatures or stress.
- Trigger Finger: A condition in which one of your fingers gets stuck in a bent position.
Treatment for Hand Pain
The treatment for hand pain largely depends on the underlying cause. Some general approaches include:
- Rest: Allowing the affected hand to rest can help reduce inflammation and pain.
- Splints or Braces: These can immobilise the hand, providing support and reducing pain.
- Physiotherapy: Hands-on treatment including exercises and stretches can strengthen the hand and improve its function.
- Medications: Over-the-counter pain relievers or prescription medications can help manage pain and inflammation.
- Chiropractic Care: Chiropractors can provide treatments such as adjustments, soft tissue therapy, and exercises to alleviate hand pain.
Treatment Options for Hand Pain
Depending on the diagnosis, several treatment options are available:
- Conservative Measures: Such as ice packs, heat therapy, and ergonomic adjustments.
- Medications: Including NSAIDs, corticosteroids, and disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) for certain conditions.
- Therapies: Physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and chiropractic care can be beneficial.
Surgical Interventions: In severe cases, procedures like joint replacement or tendon repair may be necessary.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our team
Tom Cairns
Chriopractor
MChiro DC
”My goal is to deliver the best care possible to every one of my patients, to give them control back in their lives other the pain that has been getting in the way”
Dani Cowley
Sports Therapist
“My goal is to help all my patients return to their preferred activity whilst maintaining a pain-free and healthy lifestyle. I always aim to go one step further by minimising the risk of future injury through rehabilitation plans and hands-on therapy.”
Will Norton
Chriopractor
MChiro DC
“ To me Chiropractic approach to pain makes sense. There are many factors at play and I like to address all of these areas by fully understanding each case. I take a multifaceted approach to improve both the short-term and long-term pain”
Jonathan Wride
Specialist Physiotherapist
HCPC MCSP AACP PgC Injection Therapy, MSK Sonographer and Independent Prescriber:
“I’m passionate about giving patients instant access to high-level diagnostics and specialist treatments, helping to reduce the waiting times of patients and hopefully speeding up their recovery.”
Fees
Chiropractic Initial Consultation – £75)
Chiropractic Follow-up treatment – £48
Physiotherapy consultation – £75
Follow up Physiotherapy appointment – £75
Sports Therapy Consultation – £60
Follow up Sports therapy appointment – £35
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| Monday | 8.30 – 7.00 |
| Tuesday | 8.30 – 7.00 |
| Wednesday | 8.30 – 7.00 |
| Thursday | 8.30 – 7.00 |
| Friday | 8.30 – 7.00 |
| Saturday | 9:00 – 1:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
