hi! i want to have my mom take me to the doctors because my wrist has been hurting for about 3 weeks now and i have been iceing it ( putting ice on it ) and taking painkillers but it hasn't gotten better IT GOT WORSE! i cant stand the pain because is so bad i can't concentrate in school
the pain is mix of aches, pinches,a nd clashing or rubbing of things
my mom bought me a brace but it didnt help at all ( ive had the brace on for 2 wks)
if you think you know what ive had that would really help and how to convince my mom would be even better :)
thank you soo much!
have a great day !
2007-03-23 16:51:46 · 10 answers · asked by neverendinglovee. 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
First of all, I would not take the advice of the massage therapist who seems to have diagnosed your problem (carpal tunnel) without knowing:
- where on your wrist the symptoms are
- what makes it better or worse
- what other signs and symptoms you have
- what brought it on in the first place
No doubt, you should be checked on by a physician.
As for your mother, I'd show her this question you have posted, and the advice of everyone who says you should see a doctor.
Good luck!
2007-03-23 19:12:12 · answer #1 · answered by Jason W 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I am a Massage Therapist and have treated this kind of problem many times. It sounds like Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Google that. It is usually caused by performing one activity over and over again like playing video games or typing on a keyboard. A Natural Wave keyboard can help if it's from typing. There are other ergonomically designed keyboards you can look into. But the best thing to do is stop doing whatever it is you do every day that's causing it.
As for treatment, massage and hydrotherapy are best. A friend may be able to do the massage. The idea is to relax ALL of the muscles of the forarms and hands. Use heating pads or hot water for a few minutes before you do massage. Use a little oil during massage to reduce friction on the skin. All massage movements should be upward towards the shoulders and work should be light at first then deeper and deeper. After about twenty minutes apply heat again for 5 minutes then ice for 3 minutes. Repeat this twice more always ending on ice.
If your Mom can spring for a qualified Massage Therapist, all the better. If not, you can try going to a school of massage therapy and ask for a student to do the work for you. They will sometimes do it for free or for very little money or in exchange for something you might be able to do for them. They want the practice and usually are people who care about others, so you should be able to find help.
You can also check out your local bookstore for books on Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and self-help methods. I recommend 'Stretching' by Bob Anderson. But make sure you read the introduction and all sections on how to stretch properly.
This is a serious problem which if not dealt with may result in the need for surgery. I have been in this business for over 20 years. I know what I'm talking about.
Good luck!
2007-03-23 17:31:33 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
You need to go to the dr b/c it may be getting worse which could cause permanant damage... you could have a fracture, broken wrist or carpeltunnel.... if icing it isnt working try putting a hot pack on it.... if you go to school talk to the nurse b/c she will make your mother bring you.
2007-03-23 17:00:08 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What is stopping you from going yourself you operate a computer so that makes me belive that you capable of going to the emergency room on your own .The er cant not check your injury out before releasing you ,and why is it your mom wont take you anyhow are posed to lying about things you have heard about the boy who creid wolf havent you
2007-03-23 17:03:04 · answer #4 · answered by maxiumdamage 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
complain about it constantly and keep mentioning you should go to the doctor. If you are in school go to the nurse, she'll most likely write you a note to your mom telling her she thinks you should see a doctor because it's been bothering you. If those fail...well...that stinks, lol, srry
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2016-10-20 08:04:57 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to see the nurse at school. If it is serious, she will tell your mother you need to see a doctor.
2007-03-23 16:56:08 · answer #8 · answered by PhantomRN 6 · 4⤊ 0⤋
go to your school nurse. if in need of medical care, the nurse will convince your mother.
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2007-03-23 16:57:35 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋