Treating Finger and Hand Orthopedic Issues

Everyday tasks like gripping, typing, or carrying items can become challenging when finger and hand pain strikes. At Pelvic Prime, we specialize in treating orthopedic issues affecting the fingers and hands, providing personalized care to alleviate pain, restore function, and improve your quality of life. Our goal is to help you regain independence and comfort in your daily activities through targeted, evidence-based treatments.

Common Finger and Hand Conditions We Treat

Hand and finger issues can arise from injuries, repetitive stress, or chronic conditions. 

Some of the most common problems we address include:

• Arthritis: Pain and stiffness from joint degeneration, commonly in the fingers, thumbs, and wrists. This can limit fine motor skills and cause significant discomfort during daily tasks.

• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Compression of the median nerve causing numbness, tingling, and weakness in the hand. Left untreated, it can lead to muscle weakness and impaired hand function.

• Trigger Finger: A condition where a finger gets stuck in a bent position and may snap when straightened. This can be particularly bothersome during repetitive gripping activities.

• Tendon Injuries: Inflammation or tears in the tendons due to overuse or trauma. These injuries often require specific therapies to restore mobility and reduce pain.

• Fractures and Sprains: Damage to the bones, ligaments, or soft tissues from accidents or falls, which can result in long-term stiffness or weakness if not treated properly.

• De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis: Painful inflammation of tendons near the thumb, often exacerbated by repetitive thumb and wrist movements.

• Post-Surgical Recovery: Rehabilitation following surgeries such as tendon repairs or joint replacements, focusing on restoring strength and mobility.

Signs You May Need Treatment

If you experience any of the following, it’s time to seek professional care:

• Persistent pain, swelling, or stiffness in the fingers or hands, which doesn’t improve with rest or over-the-counter remedies.

• Difficulty gripping, pinching, or performing fine motor tasks, impacting your ability to complete routine activities.

• Tingling, numbness, or weakness that affects hand function, potentially indicating nerve involvement.

• Limited range of motion or a locked finger position, making it difficult to straighten or bend your fingers fully.

• Pain that worsens with activity or disrupts sleep, reducing your overall quality of life.

• Noticeable deformities, swelling, or reduced strength in the fingers or hands following an injury.

Early intervention can prevent these issues from worsening and improve your recovery outcomes.

How Pelvic Prime Can Help

As a single-practitioner clinic, Pelvic Prime provides one-on-one care tailored to your unique needs. Our approach to treating finger and hand orthopedic issues includes:

• Comprehensive Assessment: Evaluating joint mobility, strength, and functional limitations to determine the root cause of your pain. We take the time to understand your history and goals to create a personalized plan.

• Manual Therapy: Hands-on techniques to improve joint alignment, relieve tension, and reduce pain. This can include mobilization of stiff joints and targeted soft tissue work.

• Therapeutic Exercises: Strengthening and stretching routines to enhance mobility and support long-term recovery. These exercises are carefully chosen to address specific areas of weakness or stiffness.

• Splinting and Taping: Providing support and stability to injured or painful areas to facilitate healing. Custom splints or taping techniques can be particularly effective for conditions like trigger finger or De Quervain’s.

• Patient Education: Teaching ergonomic techniques and activity modifications to prevent recurrence. This includes guidance on proper posture, tool use, and protective strategies for repetitive tasks.

• Custom Treatment Plans: Integrating all aspects of care to ensure the best possible outcomes, with regular progress assessments to adapt your program as needed.

Take the First Step Toward Relief

Don’t let finger and hand pain limit your daily life. At Pelvic Prime, we’re dedicated to helping you regain function and reduce discomfort through personalized care. Our hands-on approach, combined with targeted exercises and education, ensures you’re equipped with the tools you need for lasting relief.

Schedule an appointment online using our convenient scheduling software, email us at rea@pelvicprime.com, or text 803-716-9723. Let’s work together to restore strength and flexibility to your fingers and hands, so you can get back to doing what you love without pain.