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What Causes Wrist Pain And Cramps?

I m 20 I weight 175 5 8 I returned home from Afghanistan last year with army an since being back home I have had trouble with my left wrist it hurts to move it up an down an it cramps up I cant put any pressure up agaist I have had x-rays an no breaks
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hi

Apart from fractures,muscle strain,tendon inflammation or nerve compression ,neuropathies can cause wrist pain or cramps.Fine motor actions such as writing can also be affected.These changes may not be visible in x rays.

Rest to the hand,pain killers and hot compress can reduce the discomfort.

Any Vitamin D deficiency or diabetes should be ruled out. Splints or braces may be required to immoblize the wrist and ensure early recovery.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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Dr.Saranya Ramadoss, General and Family Physician
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What Causes Wrist Pain And Cramps?

Hi Apart from fractures,muscle strain,tendon inflammation or nerve compression ,neuropathies can cause wrist pain or cramps.Fine motor actions such as writing can also be affected.These changes may not be visible in x rays. Rest to the hand,pain killers and hot compress can reduce the discomfort. Any Vitamin D deficiency or diabetes should be ruled out. Splints or braces may be required to immoblize the wrist and ensure early recovery. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards Dr.Saranya Ramadoss, General and Family Physician