Why choose Geisinger for hand and wrist pain?
Writing, typing, cooking and playing sports can be enjoyable again when you treat your pain. Get back to health and comfort with our team of orthopedic hand and wrist specialists. Whether you injured your hand in a fall or playing sports, or you’re living with pain due to a chronic condition, we’re here to help.
Our team has a "conservative-first" philosophy. That means we’ll explore non-surgical treatment options first.
If you and your doctor decide surgery is the right option for you, you’ll have access to the region’s most innovative procedures.
By combining nationally recognized expertise with a personalized touch, we help you get back to your daily routine safely and with lasting results.
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FAQs
What are some common conditions that can cause hand or wrist pain?
Pain in your hands and wrists can have many causes, including injury and trauma or chronic conditions like arthritis. We also see overuse issues, such as carpal tunnel syndrome and tendinitis. Common hand and wrist conditions include:
- Arthritis and tendinitis
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Congenital hand and wrist conditions
- Cubital tunnel syndrome
- Dislocations
- Dupuytren contracture
- Ganglion cysts and masses
- Inflammatory arthritis
- Sports injuries
- Sprains
- Tendon injuries
- Trigger and mallet finger
- Trauma and fractures
How do doctors diagnose hand and wrist pain?
Our hand and wrist doctors may use one of the following tests to diagnose your pain:
- Physical exam: Your doctor will look at and feel your hand and wrist to identify issues in your bones or joints. They may ask you to hold, lift or grasp objects to see how your hand and wrist are functioning.
- X-ray: If your doctor thinks your pain is coming from your bones, your doctor may recommend an X-ray to take a detailed image of your hand and wrist.
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI): Sometimes, an X-ray doesn’t provide enough information to make a diagnosis of your hand and wrist pain. In that case, your doctor may recommend an MRI. An MRI uses powerful magnets to take an image of the inside of your hand and wrist.
How do you treat hand and wrist pain?
There are many treatments for hand and wrist pain; finding the right one depends on what’s causing your pain. Your treatment may involve non-surgical options like non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or steroid injections, which reduce pain and swelling. Your doctor might also recommend a wrist brace, splint or physical therapy.
If your condition needs surgery, our team is skilled in options including minimally invasive nerve decompression, tendon and ligament repair, as well as specialized surgery, like open reduction and internal fixation to repair wrist and hand fractures.
Hand and wrist care at Geisinger
Our orthopedic team offers the latest, most minimally invasive procedures to help you heal faster. Here, you’ll find:
- Comprehensive orthopedic expertise: From treating common wear-and-tear injuries to complex fractures, our team provides the care you need — from specialized hand therapy to advanced surgery.
- World-class care, close to home: With 24 locations throughout central and northeastern Pennsylvania, our experienced orthopedic team provides evaluations, consultations and care. We offer leading-edge treatment options and tailored-to-you care backed by the expertise and innovation of a nationally renowned health system.