Injuries of the Hand wrist and Thumb

What is the most common cause of wrist sprains?

• Repetitive typing

• Lifting heavy objects

• Abnormal, forced movement

• Exposure to cold temperatures

During a basketball game, Evelyn fell and used her hand to break the fall. Which of the following is NOT a sign or symptom of the wrist sprain she might have?

• Pain

• Swelling

• stiffness of her elbow

• Limited range of motion (ROM)

After falling during a soccer game, Liam experiences severe pain in his wrist. What is recommended for the management of his wrist condition?

• Immediate surgery

• Application of heat

• Refer to physician for X-ray

• No treatment necessary

Which method is suggested for supporting a sprained wrist to benefit healing and prevent further injury?

• Keeping the wrist elevated

• Applying a cold compress continuously

• Using tape or a brace

• Performing stretching exercises

What is Tendonitis primarily caused by?

• Repetitive pulling movements

• Sudden impact

• Genetic predisposition

• Bacterial infection

Which sport is commonly associated with Tendonitis due to its repetitive movements?

• Swimming

• Racquet sports

• Cycling

• Running

Joshua Kai, an avid tennis player, develops acute pain and inflammation in his wrist diagnosed as Tendonitis. What is the recommended initial treatment for his condition?

• Surgery

• Ice massage 4x daily for the first 48-72 hours, NSAIDs, and rest

• Heat therapy

• Increased physical activity

What is the primary cause of Tenosynovitis?

• Infection in the tendon

• Repetitive overuse of wrist tendons and sheaths

• Genetic predisposition

• Traumatic injury to the wrist

Hannah, an avid tennis player, recently experienced pain and swelling around her wrist. After visiting a doctor, she was diagnosed with a common form of tenosynovitis that specifically involves the tendons of the extensor pollicis brevis and the abductor pollicis longus muscles. What is this condition called?

• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

• Rheumatoid Arthritis

• de Quervain's Disease

• Trigger Finger

What is the primary cause of de Quervain's Disease as mentioned in the lecture?

• Genetic predisposition

• Overuse of the wrist and/or thumb

• Infection in the wrist

• Fracture of the wrist