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The wrist functions to provide range of motion and stability. The wrist is made up of eight small bones (carpals) that support a narrow passage called the carpal tunnel. The carpal tunnel, supported by a ligament, carries tendons that control hand and finger motions as well as the nerve that causes great pain in carpal tunnel syndrome.
Wrist Pain can range from mild to severe. The extent of the injury is graded according to the amount of damage to the ligament. A wrist sprain by definition refers to damage to the ligaments when they are stretched beyond a normal range. In some instances, bone can be torn away; known as an avulsion fracture or sprain.
Grade I: ligaments in the wrist are stretched but not torn, and mild to moderate pain exists
Grade II: partial tears of the ligaments are present, and the range of motion is decreased; Wrist pain is moderate, and discolouration is visible.
Grade III: complete tears of the ligaments in the wrist are present; these require urgent medical attention; Wrist pain can be severe, and discolouration is visibility obvious.
Wrist sprains, pain or instability can be caused by many factors. Repetitive strain injuries such as typing, cutting hair, or racquet sports can cause inflammation of the carpal tunnel and the resultant pain. Blunt force trauma can tear, rupture and also cause fractures in the wrist. Contact sports, recreational downhill activities, and occupations at heights create situations common to wrist pain and sprains.
Wrist pain can range from mild to severe based on the grade of sprain and the damage done to the ligaments and bones. Swelling, discolouration, are also common symptoms. Often times the wrist will be warm to the touch as well.
KT Tape is appropriate for Grade I and II sprains, and Grade III sprains after seeking medical attention. Kinesiology Tape can help to provide stability. Additionally, Kinesiology Tape is flexible to allow for a healthy range of motion to speed the healing process. Other treatments include rest, ice, NSAIDs, and in very severe cases, surgery. It is very important to get an accurate diagnosis in moderate to severe cases to avoid future complications
This Kinesiology Tape application will take pressure off of the injured wrist, facilitate normal movement and decrease inflammation.*
*NOT CLINICALLY PROVEN FOR ALL INJURIES