 Leg Stress Fracture, Tibia |
| Liver Injury |
| Neck Dislocation |
| Neck Fracture |
| Neck Sprain |
| Neck Strain |
| Nose Injury |
| Pelvis Strain, Hip-Trunk |
| Pelvis Strain, Ischium |
| Perineum Contusion |
| Rib Dislocation |
| Rib Fracture |
| Rib Sprain |
| Rib Strain |
| Shoulder-Blade (Scapula) Bursitis |
| Shoulder-Blade (Scapula) Contusion |
| Shoulder-Blade Fracture, Acromion |
| Shoulder-Blade (Scapula) Fracture, Coracoid Process |
| Shoulder-Blade (Scapula) Fracture, Glenoid Fossa |
| Shoulder-Blade (Scapula) Fracture, Neck |
| Shoulder-Blade (Scapula) Strain |
| Shoulder Bursitis, Gleno-Humeral |
| Shoulder Bursitis, Subacromial |
| Shoulder Contusion |
| Shoulder Dislocation |
| Shoulder Sprain, Acromio-Clavicular |
| Shoulder Sprain, Gleno-Humeral |
| Shoulder Strain |
| Shoulder Tendinitis & Tenosynovitis |
| Skin Abrasion |
| Skin Laceration |
| Skin Puncture Wound |
| Spine Fracture, Lower Thoracic & Lumber Region |
| Spine Fracture, Sacrum |
| Spine Fracture, Tailbone |
| Spine Stress-Fracture, Neck or Back |
| Spleen Rupture |
| Thigh-Bone Fracture |
| Thigh Contusion |
| Thigh Hematoma |
| Thigh Injury, Hamstring |
| Thigh Strain, Quadriceps |
| Thigh Strain |
| Thumb Fracture |
| Thumb Sprain |
| Toe Dislocation |
| Toe Exostosis |
| Toe Fracture |
| Tooth Injury & loss |
| Wrist Contusion |
| Wrist Dislocation, Lunate |
| Wrist Dislocation, Radius or Ulna |
| Wrist Ganglion |
| Wrist Sprain |
| Wrist Strain |
| Wrist Tenosynovitis |
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Wrist Contusion
Bruising of skin and underlying tissue of the wrist caused by a direct blow. Contusions cause bleeding from ruptured small capillaries that allow blood to infiltrate muscles, tendons or other soft tissue.
Body Parts Involved
Wrist tissues, including blood vessels, muscles, tendons, nerves, covering to bone (periosteum) and connective tissue.
Causes
Direct blow to the wrist, usually from a blunt object.
Signs & Symptoms
- Wrist swelling- either superficial or deep.
- Wrist pain and tenderness.
- Feeling of firmness when pressure is exerted on the injury site.
- Discoloration under the skin, beginning with redness and progressing to the characteristic "black and blue" bruise.
- Restricted wrist motion proportional to the extent of injury.
Treatment
Note:- Follow your doctor's instructions. These instructions are supplemental.
First Aid
Use instructions for R.I.C.E., the first letters of rest, ice, compression and elevation.
Continuing Care
- Wrap an elasticized bandage over a felt pad on the injured area. Keep the area compressed for about 72
hours.
- Continue ice massage. Fill a large Styrofoam cup with water and freeze. Tear a small amount of foam from the top so ice protrudes. Massage gently over the injured area in a circle about the size of softball. Do this for 15 minutes at a times, 3 or 4 times a day, and before workouts or competition.
- After 72 hours, apply heat instead of ice if it feels better. Use heat lamps, hot soaks, hot showers, heating pads, heat liniments or ointments, or whirlpool treatments.
- Massage gently and often to provide comfort and decrease swelling, Stroke from the fingers toward the heart.
Medication
- For minor discomfort, you may use
Acetaminophen or ibuprofen.
Topical liniments and ointments.
- Your doctor may prescribe stronger medicine for pain.
Home Diet
Eat a well-balanced diet that includes extra protein, such as meat, fish, poultry, cheese, milk and eggs. Your doctor may prescribe vitamin and mineral supplements to promote healing.
Diagnostic Measures
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Your own observation of symptoms.
- Medical history and physical exam by a doctor for all except minor injuries.
- X-rays of the injured area to assess total injury to soft tissue and to rule out the possibility of underlying fracture. The total extent of injury may not be apparent for 48 to 72 hour.
Prevention Tips
Wear appropriate protective gear and equipment, such as wrapped elastic bandages, tape wrap or leather gauntlet gloves, during competition or other athletic activity if there is risk of a wrist contusion.
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