Pain in Wrist, Elbow Pain, Pain In Shoulder Symptoms Home Treatment

The ligaments of these joints may be stretched (strained) or partially torn (sprained), but complete tears are rare. Fractures may occur at the wrist, are less frequent around the elbow, and are uncommon around the shoulder. Injuries to wrists and elbows occur most often during a fall, when the weight of the body is caught on the outstretched arm. Injuries to the shoulder usually result from direct blows.

The wrist is the most frequently injured of these joints. Strains and sprains are common, and the small bones in the wrist may be fractured. Fractures of these small' bones may be difficult to see on an X-ray. The most frequent fracture of the wrist involves the ends of the long bones of the forearm and is easily recognized because it causes an unnatural bend near the wrist. Physicians refer to this as the "silver fork deformity."

"Tennis elbow" is the most frequent elbow injury; if you think this is the problem, consult Tennis Elbow. Other injuries are much less frequent and usually result from falls, automobile accidents, or contact sports. A common problem in children under five years of age is minor dislocations due to pulling on the arm.

The collarbone L-clavicle is a frequently fractured bone; fortunately, it has remarkable healing powers. An inability to raise the arm on the affected side is common; the shoulders may also appear uneven. Bandaging is the only treatment required.
The shoulder separation often seen in athletes is perhaps the most common injury of the shoulder. It is a stretching or tearing of the ligament that attaches the collarbone to one of the bones that forms the shoulder joint. It causes a slight deformity and extreme tenderness at the end of the collarbone. Sprains and strains of other ligaments occur but complete tearing is rare, as are fractures. Dislocations of the shoulder are rare outside of organized athletics but are best treated early when they do occur.

In summary, severe fractures and dislocations are best treated early. These usually cause deformity, severe pain, and limitation of movement. Other fractures will not be harmed if the injured limb is rested and protected. Complete tears of ligaments are rare; strains and sprains will heal with home treatment.

Home Treatment and Remedies for Pain in Wrist, Elbow Pain, Pain In Shoulder

RIP is the key word-rest, ice, and protection. Rest the arm and apply ice wrapped in a towel for at least thirty minutes. If the pain is gone and there is no swelling at the end of this time, the ice treatment may be discontinued. A sling for shoulder and elbow injuries and a partial splint for wrist injuries will give protection and rest to the injury while allowing the patient to move around. Continue ice treatment for thirty minutes on and fifteen minutes off through the first eight hours if swelling appears. Heat may be applied after twenty-four hours. The injured joint should be usable with little pain within twenty-four hours and should be almost normal by seventy-two hours. If not, see the doctoror. Complete healing takes from four t-o six weeks and activities with a likelihood of reinjury should be avoided by the patient if possible during this time.