Wrists injuries are common as a result of car accident forces. Physical therapists at ProCare Health & Rehab Centers help patients strengthen their wrist after trauma. Today, we will elaborate on ways to strengthen your wrist.
Not all injuries are alike:
Patients and future patients, it is very important to note that all injuries are different. A physical therapist can carefully examine your wrist injury after an automobile accident. Every possibility of future care can be personalized with a physician experienced in treating car accident injuries.
It is important to seek a physical therapist’s attention in a timely manner. Patients get the best results if they are seen by a physical therapist soon after a surgery or emergency care. Seek ProCare’s medical attention in Oviedo, Florida if you have the opportunity before seeking emergency care.
A great deal of money and time can be saved by going directly to a physical therapist experienced in the long-term healing process. Car accident injuries are not identical to other injuries such as sports injuries. Automobile accident injuries require detailed and careful attention.
Along the healing journey, our physicians can adjust treatment according to what your body is responding to. Life changes as well as evolving patients’ treatment plans. To start, we will discussing ways to strengthen the wrist at home. All exercises must be approved by a physical therapist before a patient ever attempts them unsupervised.
Strengthening exercises:
These exercises only require a small weight and a table. Use a can of soup or water bottle if you do not have a dumbbell. These exercises can also be performed with a resistance band if you do not have any items listed before.
Muscles that move the wrist extend from above the elbow and forearm to the fingers. Upper extremity exercises should be prescribed by your doctor. Specific number of repetitions and forms will be personalized to your needs.
Other injuries that require wrist strengthening:
Wrist strengthening exercises are necessary for patients to regain normal wrist and arm function. Besides car accidents, patients that experience Boxer’s fracture, Colle’s fracture, Smith’s fracture, and Humorous fracture. Carpal tunnel syndrome and strokes also require wrist physical therapy.
Many times shoulder, elbow, or wrist surgeries usually require follow physical therapy. This ensures the wrist has proper movement and future fluid movement. Years of sports that require overhead motions or throwing cause wear and tear. If you or your child plays or has played baseball, tennis, or volleyball, consider incorporating wrist strengthening exercises to prevent further injury.
Preventative care for the body works the same as your possessions. A car needs routine oil changes and tire rotations. Do not neglect your body especially your hands and wrists. We use them for practically every motion every day of our lives.
Depending on the case, wrist strengthening may prevent carpal tunnel syndrome and other conditions. These exercises are phenomenal for people that type often or have laborious jobs. For golfers, your strengthened wrist will help your game!
Wrist extension:
Sit in a chair next to a table to begin this exercise. Rest your forearm on the table. Hang your wrist and hand off the edge of the table.
With your palm facing down, hold a two or three pound dumbbell. Lift your hand slowly towards the ceiling. All the while, your forearm should remain on the table.
Hold the position once your hand is fully extended. Still, your palm should not be facing the ceiling. Hold the position for a few seconds. Slowly, your hand down. Repeat this exercise ten to fifteen times. Perform two to three sets.
Try dumbbell wrist flexions:
After the wrist extensions, keep your forearm resting on the table. Face your palm upwards towards the ceiling for the next wrist strengthening exercise. Flex your wrist up so that your palm moves towards the ceiling.
During this exercise, your forearm should still remain on the table. Once your wrist is fully flexed, hold this position for two or three seconds. Again, slowly lower your hand back to the original starting position.
Repeat this wrist strengthening exercise ten to fifteen times. Repeat for the wrist flexions for two to three sets. Listen to your body. Inform your physical therapist if these exercises cause pain.
The exercises may need adjustments or fewer repetitions. Check in next week for the rest of the wrist strengthening exercises. Thank you for stopping by, and come back for more strengthening to keep your body at its best.
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