Struggling with Wrist Pain? Here’s How to Fix It!
Wrist pain can interfere with daily tasks, sports performance, and overall mobility. Whether you're dealing with chronic discomfort, an old injury, or overuse from work or athletics, pain in your wrist and hand can impact your quality of life.
At Elite Recovery in San Juan Capistrano & Lake Elsinore, we use advanced Neuromuscular Therapy, Myofascial Release, and Frederick Stretch Therapy (FST) to restore pain-free movement and get you back to peak performance.
Difference Between Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Wrist Pain
While both conditions cause discomfort in the wrist, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) and general wrist pain have different causes, symptoms, and treatment approaches.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS):
🔹 Cause: Compression of the median nerve as it passes through the carpal tunnel in the wrist.
🔹 Symptoms: Numbness, tingling, weakness, and pain, especially in the thumb, index, and middle fingers.
🔹 Common Triggers: Repetitive hand movements, prolonged wrist flexion, or underlying conditions like diabetes.
🔹 Treatment: Myofascial release, trigger point therapy, and nerve decompression techniques can help reduce inflammation and relieve nerve pressure.
General Wrist Pain:
🔹 Cause: Overuse, tendon inflammation, muscle tightness, or structural imbalances.
🔹 Symptoms: Aching, sharp pain, stiffness, and swelling that may affect entire wrist movement.
🔹 Common Triggers: Sports injuries, repetitive strain, poor posture, or muscle imbalances in the forearm and shoulder.
🔹 Treatment: Neuromuscular therapy, myoskeletal alignment, and lymphatic drainage to restore function and relieve pain.
📌 Not sure what you have? Book an appointment, and we’ll create a customized treatment plan to address your pain at its root!
🔎 Muscles That Cause Wrist Pain
Wrist pain is often a result of muscle tightness, trigger points, and nerve compression. Understanding the muscles involved is key to finding the right solution.
Back of Wrist & Hand Pain
Primary Muscle Involved:
✅ Extensor Carpi Radialis Brevis – Overuse leads to wrist and hand pain.
Secondary Muscles Contributing to Pain:
✅ Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus – Impacts grip and wrist extension.
✅ Extensor Digitorum – Affects finger movement and wrist stability.
✅ Extensor Indicis – Can cause discomfort when using the index finger.
✅ Extensor Carpi Ulnaris – Causes pain along the pinky side of the wrist.
✅ Subscapularis – Contributes to wrist and forearm tightness.
✅ Scalene Muscles – Refer pain down the arm into the wrist.
✅ Latissimus Dorsi – Impacts overall shoulder and wrist function.
✅ Serratus Posterior Superior – Affects nerve pathways leading to wrist pain.
✅ First Dorsal Interosseus – Plays a role in fine motor control of the hand.
Front of Wrist & Hand Pain
Primary Muscle Involved:
✅ Pectoralis Major – Tightness can restrict arm and wrist movement.
Secondary Muscles Contributing to Pain:
✅ Flexor Carpi Radialis & Ulnaris – Key muscles involved in wrist flexion.
✅ Opponens Pollicis – Affects thumb function and stability.
✅ Pectoralis Minimus – Can cause nerve compression leading to wrist pain. ✅ Latissimus Dorsi – Impacts overall upper limb function.
✅ Palmaris Longus – Can create strain in the wrist and forearm.
✅ Pronator Teres – Contributes to wrist tightness and reduced mobility.
✅ Serratus Anterior – Plays a role in shoulder and wrist connection.
💆♀️ How We Fix Wrist Pain
At Elite Recovery, we take a comprehensive approach to addressing wrist pain, ensuring that we target the root cause, not just the symptoms.
🔥 Expert Techniques Used:
✅ Tom Barnes Myofascial Release – Breaks down fascial adhesions that restrict movement.
✅ Janet Travell Trigger Point Therapy – Releases painful knots contributing to nerve compression.
✅ Erik Dalton Myoskeletal Alignment – Restores balance to the entire kinetic chain.
✅ Vodder Lymphatic Drainage – Reduces inflammation and improves circulation.
✅ Frederick Stretch Therapy (FST) – Enhances mobility and prevents reinjury.
🎥 Self-Relief Video: At-Home Wrist Pain Solution
Try this simple wrist mobility stretch to relieve tension:
1️⃣ Extend your arm straight, palm facing down.
2️⃣ Use your opposite hand to gently pull your fingers back.
3️⃣ Hold for 30 seconds and repeat 3 times per wrist.
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📌 Why a Treatment Package is Essential
Wrist pain doesn’t appear overnight, and it won’t disappear overnight either. Consistent treatment is key!
🔹 Your muscles and fascia adapt to poor movement patterns.
🔹 Chronic tightness and inflammation take time to resolve.
🔹 Multiple sessions allow us to retrain your body for lasting relief.
📅 Most clients see significant relief in 3-6 sessions. Book a package to ensure long-term improvement!
🩺 Need a Referral? We’ve Got You Covered!
If your wrist pain requires additional care, we can refer you to trusted chiropractors, physical therapists, or orthopedic specialists in San Juan Capistrano & Lake Elsinore.
FAQs About Wrist Pain Relief
❓ What Does A Session Look Like?
❓ Can massage therapy help with wrist pain?
✅ Yes! Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, and FST address the root cause of wrist pain and restore function.
❓ How many sessions do I need?
✅ Most clients experience relief in 3-6 sessions, with chronic cases benefiting from ongoing care.
❓ Can I avoid surgery with manual therapy?
✅ Many clients avoid surgery with early intervention through Neuromuscular Therapy and Myofascial Release.
Tiffany Sandoval
Hi I'm Tiffany Sandoval, Elite Pain Relief & Mobility Expert with over 13 years. I specialize in soft tissue therapy for professional and youth athletes, post-surgery recovery (shoulder, hip, and knee), and mobility restoration, using neuromuscular therapy, myofascial release, lymphatic drainage, and FST to optimize performance, accelerate healing, and prevent injuries. Let's work together to unlock your body's potential, regain mobility, and pave the way for a pain-free, active lifestyle. Connect with her here or on LinkedIn.
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