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What Causes Pain And Discomfort On Hand Along With Swelling?

Posted on Tue, 24 Feb 2015

Question: I have had some pain and discomfort on the bone area on outside back of right hand especially after golfing or tennis. but today i woke up and there is a little swelling right on the backside of the same hand and is a little tender to pressure. But all pain is gone from the previous area.

It's been over 2 hours and not a response yet. called the toll free number and really can't communicate with the rep. His English is terrible

Answered by Dr. Dr. Yogesh D (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Sounds like tendinitis.

Detailed Answer:
Hello, thanks for your query.

Based on your description, I suspect tenosinovitis. It is the inflammation of tendons and their sheaths.

Rest usually relieves such pain.

Repetitive injury is the main cause for such problems. So Avoid activities that worsen the condition.

Consult your orthopedic surgeon for clinical exam and proper treatment. Meanwhile you may apply ice and hot fomentation to relieve the pain.

Hope this helps.

Best regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Yogesh D (13 minutes later)

any type of brace or support be helpful?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Yogesh D (45 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Yes, a wrist brace/immobilizer will help.

Detailed Answer:
Hello again,

Thanks for writing back.

Yes, a wrist immobilizer/brace will help by providing rest to the wrist and forearm muscles.

You can use one.

Take care.

Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar