“Should I see an orthopedic doctor for wrist pain?”
I am an 18 year old female with wrist pain. Should I see an orthopedic doctor for wrist pain?
8 Answers
Hi,
You should probably start with a physiatrist before going to an orthopedic doctor. Physiatrists understand more about the tendons and muscles. There are a lot of different things that can cause wrist pain such as tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome etc.
You should probably start with a physiatrist before going to an orthopedic doctor. Physiatrists understand more about the tendons and muscles. There are a lot of different things that can cause wrist pain such as tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome etc.
Probably yes. Unless it is something very minor and goes away if not it will likely lead to a greater injury that may be harder to fix. Nipping something in the bud early is better than waiting and having to undergo surgery or a large treatment because the injury was not addressed early enough
Absolutely yes. 18 year olds shouldn't have pain anywhere
If you’ve had a problem over an extended period of time, the wrist swells. If it is significantly hampering your activities, then I would see an orthopedic surgeon.
NOT YET. BETTER TO GO TO GENERAL PHYSICIAN FOR EVALUATION AND XR'S TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE AND IF IT NEEDS FURTHER EVALUATION BY OTHOPEDICS
I would recommend it
In general, you should see a primary care doctor first, e.g., a family practitioner.
William Z. Cohen M.D., FAAFP
William Z. Cohen M.D., FAAFP
I do not have enough information from your question to answer. However, if you are concerned enough to ask, then I’d err on the side of caution and seek a consultation.
