Pain in the hands, hand pain

The hand is a part of the human hand, which consists of the bones of the wrist, metacarpus, fingers (phalanx) and the soft tissues that are located around them. Complaints that the hands hurt are very common, since they are susceptible to injury, infection, and disease.

If you are bothered by pain in your hand, you don’t have to endure it! Contact the CELT Pain Clinic!

Pain in the left or right hand can be caused by a disease of the musculoskeletal system or nerves, and if its cause is not addressed in a timely manner, the consequences may be irreversible.

At CELT you can get advice from a specialist algologist.

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Causes of pain in the hands

As already mentioned, the causes of pain in the hands can be different, and the sensations themselves can be pronounced or almost invisible. It may appear when you move your fingers or be constant. All of the above signs, coupled with data on the possible cause of pain in the right or left hand, will help in making a diagnosis.

Rheumatoid arthritis

Long-term inflammation that leads to gradual destruction of joints and bones is called rheumatoid arthritis. It is characterized by pain in symmetrically located joints, which is accompanied by limited mobility of the hands of the upper limbs.

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Gout

It is not often that gout is the cause of pain in the joints of the hand; however, such cases are known. As a rule, this disease affects the joints of the lower extremities, it is characterized by severe unbearable pain: throbbing, burning, bursting. They become more intense at night and subside in the morning.

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Osteoarthritis

A degenerative-dystrophic disease of the joints, such as osteoarthritis, is accompanied by painful sensations that are localized in the hands, in the area of the thumb joint of the upper limb, in the elbow and shoulder joints. The pain can be described as dull, intensifying during the day with physical effort. Clinical manifestations of this disease also include crackling and clicking of the joints. The duration of the attack can range from several days to several months.

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Arthritis

Joint inflammation, or arthritis, is characterized by persistent pain in the joint of the hand. In addition, the following symptoms may be observed:

inactivity of the joint in the morning;
local redness of the skin;
local temperature increase;
pronounced pain and swelling (with acute arthritis).

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Timely seeking medical help will help preserve the joint. Otherwise, it may be destroyed or deformed due to disease.

Carpal tunnel syndrome

Working at a computer for a long time can also lead to pain in the hands. Carpal tunnel syndrome is very common among those who are forced to spend long periods of time at the computer. Pain occurs due to compression of the nerve in the metacarpal tunnel. The disease is difficult to treat, but it can be easily prevented.

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Prevention

The following tips will help you prevent wrist injuries and pain:

regularly perform exercises to strengthen your wrist muscles;
when the first symptoms of discomfort in the wrists appear, stop or modify physical activity on them;
grab objects with your whole hand; grasping only with your fingers harms your wrist;
when working with vibrating tools, use special gloves that support the hand, and also use vibration-absorbing pads;
Use wrist guards when playing sports;
Every hour of working at the computer, take 5-10 minute breaks, squat, stretch your fingers and shake your hands; To prevent falls, wear comfortable, stable shoes,
Refrain from lifting heavy objects - it is better to return several times to move the load in parts.

It is unacceptable to self-medicate wrist pain without a doctor’s prescription!

Diagnosis of hand pain

Specialists at the CELT Pain Clinic recommend immediately seeking medical help if you experience the following symptoms:

Diagnostics

In case of injuries, the diagnosis is made by traumatologists. For other pathologies, the examination is carried out by orthopedists or rheumatologists. In the diagnostic process, data from surveys, physical examinations, and additional studies are used. The following instrumental and laboratory techniques are used:

Radiography.
Taking into account the characteristics of the pathology, radiography of the wrist joint or hand is performed. The photographs evaluate the size of the joint space, the contours of the articular end of the radius, the head of the ulna, and the small bones of the wrist. Fracture lines, areas of rarefaction, and bone growths are identified.
Ultrasonography.
Sonography is used to study the condition of the joint cavity and soft tissues. Detects calcifications, areas of degeneration, inflammatory processes, hemorrhages, joint mice, fluid in the joint cavity.
MRI and .
They are additional examination methods, usually prescribed when other studies are insufficiently informative or to clarify the treatment plan. MRI shows soft tissue well, and CT shows hard structures. The techniques visualize tumors, inflammatory processes, and traumatic injuries.
Joint puncture.
Has a diagnostic or therapeutic-diagnostic character. It is performed to remove fluid and take a sample for cytological or microbiological analysis or immunological research.
Arthroscopy.
Allows you to visually examine the articular surfaces and synovium, detect signs of injury, inflammation, degenerative, and tumor processes. During the procedure, biopsies may be taken and therapeutic measures may be performed.
Laboratory research.
According to a general blood test, signs of inflammation are detected. Based on the results of autoantibody studies, markers of rheumatic diseases are detected. General and biochemical analyzes determine the general condition of the body, dysfunction of various organs, characteristic of systemic processes.

Treatment of hand pain

Pain in the hand can become a real problem, as it can interfere with the usual work. If they are caused by injury, then timely and correct treatment by specialists at the CELT clinic will help rapid healing and recovery after a bruise, fracture or sprain.

Because hand pain is a clinical manifestation and not a separate disease, treating pain alone is not enough. In the vast majority of cases, such therapy can only bring temporary relief, since it does not eliminate the original cause of pain.

That is why the specialists of our Pain Clinic practice an integrated approach, which is based on identifying and eliminating the original source of the problem, which allows for a prolonged effect. Professional massage and physiotherapeutic procedures are of considerable importance in treatment. In rare cases, surgical treatment is resorted to. Physiotherapy and massage are of great importance in the treatment of hand pain; sometimes it is necessary to resort to surgical treatment.

Thanks to the efforts of our specialists, treatment of pain in the hands can improve metabolism and blood circulation, relieve swelling, stop inflammatory processes, strengthen joints and normalize their nutrition!

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Why do my hands hurt?

To answer this question, you need to undergo a competent and comprehensive diagnosis at the Alan Clinic Center for Neurology and Orthopedics, which, with its comprehensive approach to identifying joint problems, will help establish your diagnosis. It includes the following research methods:

consultation with a specialist;
special orthopedic tests;
dynamic active and passive tests;
local palpation examination of damaged joints;
assessment of the condition of the musculoskeletal system, posture, gait, uniform distribution of load on joints, range of motion, stability and strength of the joint;
making and explaining the diagnosis;
selection of individual complex motivated treatment.

If necessary, the doctor may also prescribe:

MRI;
Ultrasound;
X-ray;
lab tests;
diagnostic puncture of the joint.

The joint hurts severely when bending

The left hand hurts quite severely due to traumatic injuries to bone, tendon, ligament and muscle tissue. The wrist and hand are a potential injury hazard area. In any fall, a person tries to land on the palms of his hands. This exposes them to a serious blow.

If after a fall or any other injury the joint of the left hand hurts, then it is important to exclude the possibility of spraining the ligament and tendon apparatus. It is also necessary to take an x-ray, which will help exclude the possibility of a crack or fracture of the radius in a typical location.

With tunnel syndrome, the left hand hurts when bending and the patient experiences relief when returning the hand to its original position. This is due to the fact that with pathology, a narrowing of the canals is observed due to the proliferation of fibrous scar tissue. Ligaments and tendons are shortened. Over time, serious contractures can form, up to the complete loss of the ability to move the arm.

Cervical osteochondrosis

Often, the right palm hurts due to cervical osteochondrosis, as the nerves pass through the shoulder, reaching the fingertips.

Signs of illness

Cervical osteochondrosis manifests itself:

Headaches;
Noise in the ears;
Numbness in the palms;
Irregularities in blood pressure.

Treatment options

Gentle treatment of the disease includes manual therapy, vitamin complex and therapeutic exercises.

All methods must be selected by a qualified doctor to avoid unpleasant consequences.

When is it necessary to see a doctor?

A doctor should be contacted immediately if a person experiences symptoms such as:

Loss of sensation in fingers.
Painful sensations persist for several days.
After putting pressure on the arm, the pain becomes stronger.
The wrist is deformed.
Swelling or thickening forms in the affected area.
The person cannot move the limb.
The pain gets worse when you move your arm.
When you try to move the brush, you hear a crunching and squeaking sound.

Ligamentite

The cause of pain in the palms can be ligamentitis - a change in the ligaments. The disease is more common in women over 40 years of age.

Signs of illness

Symptoms of ligamentitis include:

Pain in right palm;
Crunch;
Swelling, numbness of the limb;
Impaired motor activity.

Treatment options

To treat ligamentitis use:

Drugs that kill inflammation;
Hydrocortisone;
Phonophoresis.

If a person seeks help at an advanced stage, doctors are forced to perform surgical intervention.

Injury

Often, the right palm always suffers from bruises. This is preceded by careless movements, falls, etc.

Athletes, young children, and people involved in strenuous activities are always at risk.

Signs of illness

The bruise appears:

Edema;
Hematoma;
Reduced sensitivity of the limb;
Increasing pain when moving;
Skin redness;
Pulsations of the injured area.

Treatment options

When receiving a bruise, each person must give himself first aid - apply a cold compress and immobilize the limb, and then go to the hospital.

Specialists must find out whether the vital structures of the palm are damaged, for which an x-ray is taken.

When no complications are detected, the doctor prescribes an anesthetic drug and anti-inflammatory ointment.

If complications nevertheless arise, the treatment method is selected based on the diagnostic answers.

Doctors treating pain in the palm of the right hand

When a person is bothered by pain in the center of the right palm, it is necessary to go to see a therapist. The doctor will conduct an examination and the necessary diagnostics, then refer you to one of the specialists:

Traumatologist;
Orthopedist;
Neurologist;
Rheumatologist;
Surgeon.

Carpal tunnel syndrome

Often the palm of the right hand hurts due to monotonous work. Experts have long come up with a name for such pain – carpal tunnel syndrome. Of course, a person may also be bothered by pain in the left palm, but often the right wrist suffers.

At risk are people and athletes whose activities involve constant monotonous movements. In particular, office workers who have to work at a computer for a long time suffer from pain in the right palm.

Signs of illness

Carpal tunnel syndrome appears:

Severe pain in the palm of the right hand;
Swelling of the limbs;
Numbness;
Feeling of discomfort.

With such signs, you should immediately go to a hospital to avoid complications.

Treatment options

Before prescribing treatment, the doctor conducts a thorough examination and performs electromyography, which helps to determine the extent of the damage.

Conservative treatment methods that relieve the patient of pain in the right palm include:

Corticosteroids;
Vasoactive drugs;
Anti-inflammatory drugs;
Special bandage.

If such methods do not bring positive results, after some time, doctors are forced to resort to surgery.

People who work at a computer for a long time are advised to make their workplace as comfortable as possible, plus do a little warm-up throughout the day, then the right palm will not hurt.

Treatment

Help before diagnosis

In case of injury, immobilization is carried out with a splint or the arm is suspended in a scarf. Cold is applied. In case of intense pain, a painkiller is given. For pain of non-traumatic origin, the hand is provided with rest; in the absence of signs of inflammation, local anesthetics and warming agents are used. Severe pain, significant swelling, hyperemia of the wrist, general hyperthermia, weakness, weakness indicate the presence of an inflammatory process that requires immediate specialized treatment.

Conservative therapy

The basic treatment for wrist pain is a special regimen that reduces the load on the hand. The patient is given a plaster splint, the use of orthoses is recommended, and the exclusion of certain types of physical activity is recommended. In case of traumatic injuries, reposition or reduction is performed. Patients are prescribed:

Drug therapy.
Healing gels and ointments are applied to the affected area. For some diseases, NSAIDs and chondroprotectors are prescribed orally or by injection.
Intra-articular injections.
During degenerative processes, chondroprotectors, analogues of synovial fluid, are injected into the joint. For persistent pain syndrome, blockades with hormonal agents are performed.
Physiotherapeutic activities
. In the treatment of diseases and injuries of the wrist, UHF, ultrasound, electrophoresis, magnetic therapy, laser therapy, and other techniques are used.
Other non-drug methods
. Patients are taught complexes of therapeutic exercises, massage, manual therapy, and kinesiotherapy.

My left hand and fingers hurt

If your left hand hurts near the thumb, the doctor will first rule out deforming osteoarthritis of the carpometacarpal joint. This is a severe degenerative dystrophic disease, often developing against the background of carpal tunnel syndrome. People who work at a computer often suffer from it. The cartilaginous synovial layer is affected, which gradually becomes thinner and disintegrates. Bones are exposed and damaged by friction. Osteophytes form and mobility is limited.

If the left arm, hand and fingers constantly hurt, then diagnosis is carried out in relation to pathologies associated with inflammation, pinching, ischemia and degeneration of the nerve fiber. These symptoms can accompany all types of tunnel syndromes, cervical osteochondrosis, brachial plexitis, and the development of tumors in the areas where large nerve branches pass.