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What is osteoarthritis (OA) of the wrist?

✅ Book your appointment London’s most trusted physiotherapy company: 👉 https://rdar.li/4Y3K8Dr What is osteoarthritis (OA) of the wrist? Wrist Osteoarthritis (OA) is a long-term condition causing pain, stiffness and swelling of the joint (at the wrist crease). It can make even simple daily tasks quite difficult. The prevalence of Osteoarthritis increases with age. It can occur for no apparent reason or following previous injury, for example a previous wrist fracture. There is a familial link i.e., if one of your parents has Osteoarthritis you have an increased risk of developing it. Although there is no cure for OA, there are many treatment options available to help your pain and stiffness, in both the short and long term. Physiotherapy, activity modification, wrist splints and anti-inflammatories provide the mainstay of treatment. For severe pain, for those that are not improving, and/or if symptoms are waking you at night, an ultrasound guided steroid injection can significantly improve your pain and stiffness. This should always be followed up with a course of physiotherapy to restore your movement and strength. An ultrasound guided hyaluronic acid injection can also be used to reduce your pain and may have a role in reducing the progression of the disease. What are the symptoms of wrist Osteoarthritis (OA)? The symptoms of wrist OA are: Diffuse, deep, dull aching pain, stiffness and swelling located around the wrist joint Morning pain, swelling and stiffness, which normally settles within 30 minutes Pain with weight bearing activities such as carrying out press ups, leaning on a table and/or lifting/carrying Need help with pain, injury recovery, or a diagnosis? Book an appointment with one of London’s top physios today! 🌐 www.complete-physio.co.uk 📞 020 7482 3875 📧 [email protected] The information provided in this video is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider, such as your GP or a registered medical professional, before beginning any new exercise programme, making significant changes to your diet, or taking any new medication or supplements. Never disregard medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have seen or heard in this content.