“I have a wrist pain when I throw the ball. What can I do to treat it?”

Getting a proper diagnosis is key. Aching can be from arthritis, tendinitis, or something else so figuring out what the cause is will determine the best treatment. Ultrasound is a detailed, effective, and simple way to image the wrist in-office and get a lot of information without having to schedule an x-ray or MRI. Once the diagnosis is confirmed, treatment may be as simple as rest and heat, or require more treatment like injections. Samuel G Oltman, ND, RMSK Naturopathic Physician Registered in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Cascade Regenerative Medicine <http://cascaderegenmed.com> "The doctor of the future will give no medicine, but will interest her or his patients in the care of the human frame, in a proper diet, and in the cause and prevention of disease." ~Thomas A. Edison

Without an examination, it is hard to say for sure. However, often a brief period of rest, ice, anti-inflammatory topical or oral medication, and often short term use of a splint or strapping may help. Sometimes and injection is warranted. Looking at how much your throw and the throwing mechanics could be factors too. See www.AplusAthlete.com for more info. An in-person or TELE visit may be needed. - Adam Redlich, M.D.

Wrist pain can come from many different things. Something like arthritis, which is a breakdown of the cartilage in the joint itself, would need to be diagnosed with X-rays at your doctor’s office. More mild conditions like tendinitis are much more common and can typically be treated with rest, NSAIDs, and gentle stretching. Once the pain subsides you can ease back into sports activities. If the pain does not get better with that conservative treatment, you would want to seek your doctor’s opinion after a thorough examination.

Yes, it's best for you to rest, ice, and wear a wrist brace as well. While it's most likely tendonitis, I would also be concerned for a specific type of wrist avascular necrosis as well as a possible avulsion-type injury to one of the bones, therefore, in addition to stopping the activity, wearing a wrist brace, and icing, I would highly recommend you see an orthopedic surgeon to get proper X-rays and physical exam as different diagnoses would dictate very different treatment.

It depends on what exactly the problem is with your wrist. It could be anything from a ligament sprain or tear to a tendon strain amongst many other things. The best thing to do is to have it assessed and examined by a doctor with expertise in sports medicine.