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Pain when using tools, lifting objects, or opening jars – Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment

Pain when using tools, lifting objects, or opening jars – Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment

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Pain when using tools, lifting objects, or opening jars – Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment
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Pain when using tools, lifting objects, or opening jars – Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment at Emirates Hospital Group

Pain experienced when using tools, lifting objects, or opening jars can significantly impact daily life and independence. Understanding the potential causes, diagnosis, and treatment options is crucial. This type of pain can make even simple tasks, like cooking or gardening, a struggle. Seeking professional medical advice is important to identify the underlying cause and receive appropriate treatment to alleviate the pain and restore function.

Causes:

  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Compression of the median nerve in the wrist, causing pain, numbness, and tingling in the hand, often worsened by gripping or repetitive motions.
  • De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis: Inflammation of the tendons on the thumb side of the wrist, causing pain when gripping, pinching, or moving the thumb.
  • Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow): Inflammation of the tendons that attach forearm muscles to the outside of the elbow, causing pain that can radiate down the arm and worsen with gripping.
  • Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer’s Elbow): Inflammation of the tendons on the inside of the elbow, causing pain aggravated by gripping and wrist flexion.
  • Arthritis: Osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis can affect the joints of the hand and wrist, causing pain, stiffness, and swelling.
  • Trigger Finger: A condition affecting the tendons in the fingers, causing pain, stiffness, and a snapping sensation.
  • Ganglion Cyst: A noncancerous, fluid-filled lump that can develop on tendons or joints in the hand or wrist, sometimes causing pain.

Diagnosis:

  • Physical Exam: Assessing range of motion, tenderness, and specific movements that reproduce the pain.
  • Patient History: Gathering information about the onset, duration, nature of the pain, and any related activities or injuries.
  • Imaging: X-rays to rule out fractures or arthritis. MRI scans may be used to visualize soft tissues.
  • Nerve Conduction Studies: To assess nerve function in cases of suspected carpal tunnel syndrome.

Treatment:

  • Rest: Avoiding activities that aggravate the pain.
  • Pain Relief: Over-the-counter or prescription pain medication.
  • Ice/Heat: Applying ice or heat to the affected area.
  • Splinting/Bracing: To immobilize the wrist or elbow and promote healing.
  • Physical Therapy: Exercises to improve strength, flexibility, and range of motion.
  • Injections: Corticosteroid injections to reduce inflammation.
  • Surgery: May be necessary in some cases, such as carpal tunnel release or tendon repair.

Important Considerations:

  • Consult a healthcare professional for persistent or severe pain.
  • Early diagnosis and treatment are important.

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