Hand Pain - Dealing with Hand Pain

A variety of neck and back injuries can result in pains felt in the extremities, including the hand, fingers and toes. Some people, who may not feel pain or discomfort in their back, experience a sense of tingling in their fingers or a pain in their palm. This sort of neural response is common and difficult to diagnose. Often a great deal of time is spent examining the hand for injuries, when the problem exists elsewhere in the body. There is also hand pain associated with carpal tunnel syndrome. It depends on the type of pain or injury as to what form of therapy will work best.

If the hand pain is a result of neural injury to the back, shoulders or neck a variety of treatments are available. Many drugs you can purchase over the counter can reduce inflammation, which is in part the cause of the pain. Large doses of aspirin can help relieve pain but may cause gastrointestinal problems. Acetaminophen, Motrin or naproxen all are anti-inflammatory medications which may help. Some steroids are prescribed for more serious cases where over the counter medications do not resolve the issue. These neural hormone receptors not only reduce inflammation but numb the nerves to help ease pain. Oral steroids may be more effective than the over the counter medications, but both forms have side effects you should be aware of. Consult your doctor to find out which is appropriate for your injury. Medications of this sort are only temporary in their relief and may have side effects.

If the hand pain was the result of a sports injury, physical therapy might be prescribed. Physical therapy can help increase the mobility of the hand and fingers, while strengthening the muscles. Acupuncture is recognized by the AMA for treatment of a variety of neural ailments. The process inserts long slender needles under the epidermis at various points in the body to assist in clearing the flow of energy pathways to create a sense of well being. Massage may also help with mobility and relieve some of the pain. However, massage, like medication, may only be temporary relief. In the case of carpal tunnel, surgery may be considered to relieve the pressure on the nerves running through the wrist.

In Westchester County, Spinal Decompression Therapy is an option for those suffering hand pain due to back or neck issues. By using negative pressure, this type of therapy helps relieve the cause of the pain and not just the symptoms.

At Spine Care, a state-of-the-art chiropractic office located in Eastchester, NY, we have been treating patients who suffer from hand pain since 2001 using Spinal Decompression therapy. You don't have to live with hand pain. With the right treatment you can get back to your normal routine. Get on the road to recovery by contacting us today: