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Prevention Tips
Adjust your keyboard so that you do not have to bend your wrist upward while typing- Take frequent breaks from activities that require wrist movement
- Limit alcohol
- Lose weight if you are overweight
- Drink plenty of water
- Build bone strength by nutrient rich diet
- Prevent falls
- Use protective gear for athletic activities
- Use mousepads, typing pads, split keyboards, and wrist splints (braces) designed to relieve wrist pain
Watch Out
- Swelling, redness or stiffness in one or both wrists
- Numbness, tingling, or weakness in the wrist, hand, or fingers with pain
When to See Doctor
Consult a doctor if you experience symptoms like:- Inability to carry objects or use the arm
- Injury that causes deformity of the joint
- Wrist pain that occurs at night or while resting
- Wrist pain that persists beyond a few days
- Inability to straighten or flex the joint
- Swelling or significant bruising around the joint or forearm
- Signs of an infection, including fever, redness, warmth
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