1. Swelling Around the Wrist
A swelling over the back of the wrist or the front of the wrist is likely to be Ganglion, a fluid filled cyst.
Is likely to be
Ganglion.
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2. Wrist Pain
Pain in the wrist, possibly after a fall or strain is likely to be from a ligament strain within the wrist or from a cartilage tear
(similar to the cartilages within the knee)
Is likely to be
Wrist Arthroscopy.
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3. Wrist Pain and Restricted Movement after a Fall
Wrist pain after a fall could be from a fracture of the Scaphoid Bone.
Is likely to be
Scaphoid Fracture.
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4. Wrist Fracture
Simple fractures usually need immobilisation in a Plaster of Paris cast. More complex fractures often need a small plate to hold the fracture in a stable position,
this is done as day case surgery.
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5. Wrist Arthritis
Severe cases of athritis a joint replacement can be carried out. This is very effective in relieving pain and maintaining movement but is not suitable for
those doing heavy manual work a wrist fusion is very effective in this group of patients.
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