Wrist Fracture Physical Therapy in Frisco, TX
A wrist fracture can lead to pain, swelling, stiffness, weakness, and difficulty using the hand for gripping, lifting, writing, or other daily activities. Bridge Physical Therapy in Frisco, TX provides individualized physical therapy to help restore wrist and hand mobility, strength, coordination, and functional use following a fracture.
Rehabilitation is tailored to your healing stage, medical recommendations, activity level, and goals and may include mobility exercises, progressive strengthening, grip training, coordination exercises, and functional activities. For patients recovering after fracture fixation or other wrist surgery, therapy can progress according to healing status and surgical guidance. Bridge Physical Therapy also serves patients traveling from Plano, McKinney, Allen, Prosper, Little Elm, The Colony, Celina, and surrounding Collin County communities.
Symptoms & Limitations
A wrist fracture can cause pain, swelling, stiffness, weakness, and difficulty using the hand. Even after the bone heals, reduced mobility and strength may affect everyday activities.
Evaluation
Following medical clearance, physical therapy evaluates wrist and hand mobility, grip strength, swelling, coordination, and functional use.
Treatment
Rehabilitation may include mobility exercises, progressive strengthening, grip training, coordination, and functional activities.
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
After fracture fixation or other wrist surgery, rehabilitation progresses according to healing status and surgical recommendations.
FAQ
Do I need physical therapy after a wrist fracture?
Therapy may help restore mobility, strength, and hand function following healing.
Why is my wrist stiff after a fracture?
Immobilization and the injury itself can contribute to stiffness.
When can I start strengthening?
Strengthening begins when appropriate based on healing and medical guidance.
How long does wrist fracture recovery take?
Bone healing and functional recovery occur over different timelines.