Title: Wrist Sprains - OrthoInfo - AAOS
Headings: Wrist Sprains
Wrist Sprains
Description
Grades of Wrist Sprains
Cause
Symptoms
Doctor Examination
Physical Examination
Imaging Tests
Treatment
Home Care
Nonsurgical Treatment
Surgical Treatment
Prevention

Content: Because immobilization may cause some stiffness in your wrist, your doctor may recommend some stretching exercises to help you regain full mobility. A wrist splint. Thinkstock © 2016
Surgical Treatment
Severe sprains may require surgery to repair the fully torn ligament. Surgery involves reconnecting the ligament to the bone or using a tendon graft to reconstruct the injured ligament. Your doctor will talk with you about which option is best in your situation. Surgery is followed by a period of rehabilitation that includes exercises to strengthen your wrist and restore range of motion. Although the ligament usually heals in 8 to 12 weeks, it can take from 6 to 12 months for a full recovery. The length of the recovery process and your outcomes will depend on the severity of the sprain. Prevention
Because wrist sprains usually result from a fall, be careful when walking in wet or slippery conditions. Wrist sprains also occur during sports, such as skating, skateboarding, and skiing.