TREATING SHOULDER, ELBOW, & WRIST PAIN
GIVE YOURSELF AN IMMUNITY BOOST! THESE TIPS CANHELP YOU STAY HEALTHY: • Wash your hands. • Avoid touching your face with your hands. • Decide to get up and get moving.
Addressing the pain early on is the best way to prevent an issue from becoming chronic. Turning to medication and braces for pain management is not a long- term solution and will only push off the inevitable truth — that you need to find a solution for the problem that is causing you pain. Physical therapy is the ideal tool for support in this regard. Working wi th a physical therapist will provide you with an opportunity to understand what movements may be causing further discomfort, and can help you to strengthen the surrounding muscles while improving range of motion, which together will likely alleviate some of the pain
associated with your injury.
Don’t assume that pain in your shoulder, elbows, or wrists will go away on its own. It is more common for the pain to worsen, and compensating for the pain by overusing the opposite arm can cause further injury to develop. For support with learning how to manage the pain, and to learn exercises and techniques that can help you overcome the injury and restore proper strength and functionality to your shoulders, elbows, and wrists, contact your physical therapist. For more support in finding relief from shoulder, elbow, and wrist pain, talk to your physical therapist.
EXERC I SE ESSENT I ALS USE THIS EXERCISE TO RELIEVE WRIST PAIN In order to be healthy, there needs to be a large emphasis onmovement. When your body is flexible, strong, well-balanced, and fueled by a nutritious diet, it is able to fight infection and reduce the impact of viruses. We are dedicated to helping you live the best life you can. During this time, if you cannot make it to your physical therapy appointments, continue your exercises at home. We care for you and remember, you are part of our Georgialina Physical Therapy family. • Make a habit of 20-30 minutes of physical activity a day. • Maintain a nutritious diet heavy on fruits and vegetables. • Take essential vitamins such as Vitamin C, D, and B6. • Aim for 8-9 hours of sleep each night. • Don’t smoke. • Drink plenty of water. • Take time to stretch. • Take frequent breaks for breathing exercises. Inhale and exhale deeply. • Continue your home exercise program 2-3 times per week.
KEEPING YOUR HEALTH IN MIND Georgialina Physical Therapy is committed to your health and wellbeing. In the wake of the recent spread of COVID-19, we are taking every precaution. Before and after every session, we are asking our clients and staff to wash or sanitize their hands. Additionally, we have increased the number of times per day that we sanitize our equipment and facilities. We ask that if you are demonstrating symptoms of coronavirus—coughing, fever, or trouble breathing—please stay home and contact your physician. If you have been exposed to someone who has a confirmed case of the virus, please notify us immediately, so we can take the necessary steps. You can help prevent the spread of coronavirus by:
Wrist Flexor Stretch (Pronation) Hold your arm out straight, with your wrist extended and your fingers pointing upward. Use the other hand to pull wrist further, feeling for a stretch. Hold for 5-10 seconds, keeping your elbow straight. Repeat as needed.
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Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of.
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Cleaning Hands Often
Avoid Touching Your Face
Staying Home If You Are Sick
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