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Hand And Finger Pain

Hand And Finger Pain

Hand And Finger Pain services offered in Robbinsville and Neptune, NJ

Hand and finger pain are common problems, especially among athletes. At A+ Athlete Sports Medicine in Robbinsville and Neptune, New Jersey, board-certified sports medicine physicians Adam Redlich, MD,  Adam Thompson, DO, and their exceptional team pinpoint the cause of hand or finger pain and offer treatments to relieve the discomfort. Call the A+ Athlete Sports Medicine office to schedule an evaluation, or use the online booking feature today.

Hand And Finger Pain Q & A

What is hand or finger pain?

Hand or finger pain is an uncomfortable feeling that may develop over time or with a specific injury to the hand and/or finger. The hand and fingers are made up of many structures including muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves and bones that can become injured which can cause pain. Hand and finger pain can interfere with your quality of life and performance during sports or your daily activities. A+ Athlete Sports Medicine offers non-operative approaches to treating Hand and finger pain to help you get back out on the court, field, rink, or even just back to your daily activities as quickly as possible.

What are the common symptoms of hand or finger pain?

Hand and finger pain may appear as:

  • Pain
  • Tenderness
  • Swelling
  • Stiffness
  • Burning
  • Numbness
  • Tingling
  • Sharp or dull discomfort
  • Decreased range of motion
  • Reduced mobility
  • Warmth
  • Redness
  • Bruising
  • Visible deformities
  • Weakness
  • Popping sensation

If you develop hand or finger pain that’s severe or ongoing, consult the A+ Athlete Sports Medicine specialists for an evaluation.

What can cause hand or finger pain?

The common causes and risk factors associated with Hand and finger pain are:

  • Finger dislocation
  • Trigger finger/thumb
  • Skier’s thumb (ulnar collateral ligament injury)
  • Jersey finger
  • Mallet finger
  • Arthritis
  • Finger sprain / strain
  • Previous hand or finger injuries

How does my doctor diagnose the root cause of hand or finger pain?

The A+ Athlete Sports Medicine team diagnoses the cause of hand or finger pain after a thorough examination, reviewing your symptoms and medical history, checking your vital signs, and completing diagnostic tests, if needed. They may suggest further imaging tests such as x-rays, in-office ultrasound evaluation or MRI.

How are hand and finger pain treated?

A+ Athlete Sports Medicine offers nonsurgical approaches to treating hand and/or finger pain. They may suggest home remedies like ice or heat packs, stretches, supplements, medications, bracing or modifying your activities for a period of time.

Additional treatment options include specific exercise programs, occupational hand therapy, injections, massage, nutrition counseling and acupuncture. Your specialist personalizes each treatment based on your needs.

Call the A+ Athlete Sports Medicine office or use the online booking feature to get hand or finger pain relief today.