How to help arthritis in wrist?
My wrist has been aching for a few months now, and my physiotherapist thinks it might be arthritis. It gets worse when I'm doing household chores. What can I do to reduce the discomfort?
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4 months ago
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For my wrist stiffness, I tried hot water fermentation, mustard oil rubs, and even ginger tea for reducing inflammation. While those things give temporary comfort, getting a proper wrist brace from the pharmacy was the most practical solution. It keeps the joint stable when I have to do household work.
4 months ago
I have recently started feeling a sharp pain in my right wrist while using my laptop mouse. I am worried it might be early arthritis as it runs in my family. Should I go to a general physician first, or is it better to directly book an appointment with an orthopedic doctor?
4 months ago
I completely understand how scary it feels when your wrist hurts and you start worrying about losing your hand strength. I was so anxious about it last year, but honestly, once I got it checked and started proper physiotherapy, things got so much better. Take a deep breath, it is manageable.
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4 months ago
I was just reading about wrist arthritis online because my uncle has it. Apparently, ergonomic keyboards and vertical mice can reduce the twist on your wrist joints significantly. It is quite interesting how small changes in our daily workspace setup can help manage the pain.
4 months ago
Yes, I agree that resting the joint is key. Wearing a hard wrist splint at night helped me stop bending it in my sleep, which reduced morning pain drastically.