Title: Wrist Sprain Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & Prevention
Headings: Wrist Sprain
Wrist Sprain
What Causes a Wrist Sprain?
What are the Symptoms?
What is the Treatment?
RICE
Physical Therapy
Wrist taping and/or Bracing
Passive Modalities
Stretching Exercises
Strengthening Exercises
Patient Education
Surgery
How to Prevent a Sprained Wrist?
Support and Protection for Wrist Sprains
DonJoy
ComfortFORM Wrist Support
Aircast
A2 Wrist Brace
ProCare
Universal Wrist O Prene
Chattanooga
ColPac - Blue Vinyl - Standard - 11 in x 14 in (28 cm x 36 cm)

Content: Fortunately, the majority of wrist sprains are easy to treat, and most patients with mild-to-moderate sprains can recover and return to activities within about 2-6 weeks. The first line of treatment should be conservative (non-surgical), and will usually consist of the RICE protocol and physical therapy: RICE
Rest: avoid any activities that can aggravate the wrist for at least 48 hours
Ice: apply an ice pack or cold compress to the wrist for 20-30 minutes every 3-4 hours for the first 2-3 days
Compression: use a compression bandage or support to reduce swelling
Elevation: raise the wrist above heart level, which will also reduce swelling and encourage excess fluids to drain away
Physical Therapy
The goals of physical therapy are to speed up the healing process, ensure an optimal recovery and reduce the chance of another wrist sprain in the future. Rehabilitation will vary depending on the individual and the injury, but will usually consist of some of the following: Wrist taping and/or Bracing
Keeping the wrist from moving (immobilization) is often needed for more severe wrist sprains, and may be recommended for 1-2 weeks to let the ligaments heal; the Aircast A2 Wrist Brace and Quick Fit Wrist are for this purpose and may be prescribed.