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	BBC - Health - Ask the doctor - Sore wrist (deQuervain's tendonitis)
		The end result is stiffness and pain, especially when you form a fist with that hand, try to grip things or turn the wrist (for example when opening a door).
		The symptoms are, as you describe, pain over the thumb side of the wrist which may start slowly or suddenly.
		This may be enough but you should also rest the thumb and wrist, ideally by wearing a splint to prevent movement.
	www.bbc.co.uk /health/ask_the_doctor/sorewrist.shtml (540 words)

	Wrist
		The carpal tunnel is the area of the wrist which is made up of the wrist bones on the sides and floor of the tunnel and the transverse carpal ligament, which connects the wrist bones on either side, on the ceiling, as viewed with the palm up.
		Flexion of the wrist or pressure over the nerve usually causes numbness in at least part of the median nerve innervated fingers, and there may be tingling in the same area by tapping over the nerve at the wrist.
		For keyboard users, using a wrist support and positioning the height of the keyboard so that the wrist is not held in flexion or extension; optimally, with the arms at the side, the forearms should be parallel to the floor.
	www.orthopaedic.com /pewrist.htm (2030 words)

	eMedicine - Fractures, Wrist : Article by Bryan Hoynak, MD
		The wrist includes 5 large joint cavities in addition to the intercarpal joint spaces: the radiocarpal joint, the distal radio-ulnar joint (DRUJ), the midcarpal joint, the large carpometacarpal joint (between the carpus and the second, third, fourth, and fifth metacarpals), and the small carpometacarpal joint (between the first metacarpal and the trapezium).
		Movement of the wrist is 80° in flexion, 70° in extension, 30° in ulnar deviation, and 20° in radial deviation.
		Pronation and supination occur at the radial-ulnar articulation in the forearm, not at the wrist.
	www.emedicine.com /emerg/topic844.htm (7021 words)

	ASSH \| Wrist Arthroscopy
		Wrist arthroscopy allows the surgeon to diagnose and treat many problems of the wrist through a series of very small incisions (portals). In the last 5 years, the wrist has become the third most common joint to undergo arthroscopy, after the knee and shoulder.
		Wrist arthroscopy allows the visualization of the cartilage surfaces of all bones in the wrist and better evaluation of the ligaments between the various bones of the wrist.
		Wrist arthroscopy is also used to assess the integrity of the TFCC (triangular fibrocartilage, or meniscus of the wrist).
	www.assh.org /Content/NavigationMenu/PatientsPublic/HandConditions/WristArthroscopy/Wrist_Arthroscopy.htm (540 words)

	Wrist - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		In human anatomy, the wrist is the flexible and narrower connection between the forearm and the hand.
		The wrist is essentially a double row of small short bones, called carpals, intertwined to form a malleable hinge.
		Since the wrist is a convenient narrow part between the forearm and the hand, it is used for fashion and practical accessories such as watches, bracelets, and wristbands, and also for such things as handcuffs.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Wrist (817 words)

	Wrist Replacement: Encyclopedia of Surgery
		Wrist replacement surgery is performed to replace a wrist injured or damaged beyond repair.
		A wrist replacement recovers lost strength by restoring length to the muscles and tendons of the fingers and wrist, maintains a useful arc of motion and provides the stability required for an active life.
		Wrist replacement surgery is performed very close to these structures, introducing a risk of injury either to the nerves or the blood vessels.
	health.enotes.com /surgery-encyclopedia/wrist-replacement (1110 words)

	Wrist Fractures
		The wrist is a joint made up of two major bones in the lower arm that are known as the radius and the ulna.
		A wrist fracture is a common type of fracture that occurs in postmenopausal women.
		If the wrist fracture is more complicated, a type of surgery called "reduction of the fracture" may be needed to properly align the broken bones.
	www.nysopep.org /page.cfm/59 (914 words)

	Lifespan's A - Z Health Information Library - Wrist pain (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Wrist pain is any pain or discomfort in the wrist.
		Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common cause of wrist pain.
		Wrist pain with bruising and swelling is often a sign of an injury.
	www.lifespan.org /adam/healthillustratedencyclopedia/1/003175.html (944 words)

	Wrist Motion in Handrim Wheelchair Propulsion (Site not responding. Last check: )
		To study peak wrist joint angles and their relationship with wrist- and finger-flexor activity, a three dimensional (3-D) analysis of wrist movement during the push phase was performed.
		The arm, forearm, and wrist were equipped with cuffs with four markers each, placed on the dorsolateral side of the upper arm, on the dorsal side of the forearm as distally as possible, and at the dorsal side of the hand over metacarpals II and III.
		During wrist flexion the maximal voluntary contraction (MVC) signal of the wrist flexors was determined for normalization of the EMG signals.
	www.vard.org /jour/98/35/3/Veeger.htm (4310 words)

	Wrist Pain Solution
		This syndrome is defined as a median nerve compression neuropathy at the volar (palmer) aspect of the wrist where the nerve passes beneath the transverse carpal ligament.
		The brace 11 exteriorly cradles the radius 15 in the wrist 14 of the person and is shown in cross-section along with the ulna 16.
		The strap 17 is then exteriorly wrapped around the ulna 16 and is pulled enough to cause a proper support of the wrist 14 and to cause a slight approximation of the radius 15 and the ulna 16 toward one another.
	www.wrist-pain.com /wrist7.htm (2000 words)

	Vintage Wrist Watches
		Fine and rare early platinum, diamond, and pearl vintage ladies bracelet wrist watch with painted enamel dial by Verger, Paris, circa 1913.
		Longines geometric 14K white gold vintage wrist watch with diamond dial circa 1953.
		Please Note: Wrist watches with water-resistant cases have been opened to examine the movement and it cannot be assumed that they are still water-resistant.
	www.bogoff.com /wrist/wrist.html (1432 words)

	InteliHealth:
		A sprain in the wrist is an injury to its ligaments, the tough bands of fibrous tissue that connect bones to one another inside a joint.
		Wrists sprains also occur in racquet sports, wrestling and pole vaulting because the wrist is subjected to extreme twisting movements during these sports.
		For moderate wrist sprains, especially in professional or competitive athletes, the wrist may be immobilized in a splint or light cast for seven to 10 days.
	www.intelihealth.com /IH/ihtIH/WSIHW000/9339/25422.html (1042 words)

	Considering surgery - Advances in Hand and Wrist Arthritis Surgery.
		Wrist fusion surgery is indicated for patients who are active with involvement of only a single wrist and sparing the opposite wrist.
		This commonly occurs on the wrist in patients with rheumatoid arthritis, particularly on the dorsum or backside of the wrist.
		The risks of hand and wrist arthritis include, but are not limited to infection, tendon injury, instability of the joint, loosening or wear of artificial joints, scar tenderness, pain, stiffness, nerve injury in the knee for additional surgery.
	www.orthop.washington.edu /uw/handandwrist/tabID__3349/ItemID__164/PageID__3/Articles/Default.aspx (1839 words)

	Common Dance Injuries - ELBOW, WRIST AND HAND
		The wrist and hand together are made up of 27 bones, numerous ligaments, and muscles and tendons, which provide for fine motor capabilities of the fingers.
		The carpal tunnel is a space at the base of the wrist formed by eight carpal bones on the back of the wrist and a ligament (transverse carpal ligament) along the palm side.
		Wrist Dislocations are most often due to some type of trauma, such as falling on an outstretched arm.
	www.med.nyu.edu /hjd/harkness/patients/injuries/wrist.html (1487 words)

	HSS - Wrist Arthroscopy (Site not responding. Last check: )
		The wrist is a complex joint, with eight small bones and many connecting ligaments.
		Wrist arthroscopy may also be used to smooth the bone surfaces and remove inflamed tissue.
		It is caused by pressure on a nerve that passes through the carpal tunnel, which is formed by the wrist bones and a thick tissue roof.
	www.hss.edu /Conditions/Wrist/Arm-Injuries-and-Disorders/Wrist-Arthroscopy (862 words)

	Colles? wrist fracture \| Health Library \| Walgreens
		Wrist fractures are common among children and the elderly.
		Wrist fractures most often occur when a person falls forward and then attempts to break the fall by throwing the hands forward.
		If the hand or wrist is injured, place the object in the victim's palm, and use a circumferential wrap to maintain the position of the object.
	www.walgreens.com /library/contents.jsp?doctype=1&docid=000002 (786 words)

	Wrist
		The most common injury to the wrist are the fractures of the distal radius and ulna.
		In the paediatric wrist the joint spaces are not as uniform as in the adult skeleton due to the carpal bones ossifying at different ages, see image 27.
		When radiographing the wrist, the P.A. view should be done with the elbow in the lateral position, and the lateral view of the wrist should be done with the elbow in the A.P. position.
	www.fortunecity.com /campus/oakland/1115/id21.htm (1533 words)

	ASSH \| Wrist Fractures
		The wrist is made up of eight small bones and the two forearm bones, the radius and ulna (see Figure 1).
		Fractures of the small wrist bones, such as the scaphoid, are unlikely to appear deformed (see Figure 1). Fractures may be simple with the bone pieces aligned and stable.
		While the wrist fracture is healing, it is very important to keep the fingers flexible, provided that there are no other injuries that would require that the fingers be immobilized.
	www.assh.org /Content/NavigationMenu/PatientsPublic/HandConditions/WristFractures/Wrist_Fractures.htm (718 words)

	Pediatric Advisor 2006.2: Wrist Fracture
		When your child breaks a wrist, he or she may have broken the ends of the forearm bones (radius or ulna) or one of the 8 wrist bones.
		Your child may be given a splint for their wrist for a few days until the swelling begins to go down.
		Elevate the wrist on a pillow or the back of a chair as often as possible for the first 2 to 3 days.
	www.med.umich.edu /1libr/pa/pa_wrisfrac_hhg.htm (715 words)

	Wrist Replacement Quad Cities, Wrist Surgery, Wrist Pain, Quad Cities, Iowa, Illinois
		A stiff painful wrist can interfere with work, hobbies or even minor activities of daily living such as dressing, cooking or bathing.
		A severely damaged wrist joint from injury or arthritis can be replaced with a mechanical joint called a prosthesis.
		The disadvantage of total wrist arthroplasty is that the prosthesis can become loose or wear out, requiring additional surgery.
	www.osquadcities.com /wrist.html (324 words)

	eMedicine - Dislocations, Wrist : Article by Michael S Beeson, MD, MBA, FACEP
		The morbidity of wrist dislocations is tied to the frequently missed diagnosis of lunate or perilunate dislocation in the ED.
		Stress x-rays of the wrist may be necessary to demonstrate intercarpal ligamentous instability when no evidence of wrist dislocation is apparent on plain films.
		Wrist dislocations may be reduced by emergency physicians, but only after consulting with the hand specialist.
	www.emedicine.com /emerg/topic149.htm (2345 words)

	wrist dissection
		The carpal tunnel is formed by the concave surface that results from the interaction of the carpal bones and is bridged by the flexor retinaculum, the thickened distal fibers of the deep antebrachial fascia.
		The extensor retinaculum is an important structure on the posterior surface of the wrist.
		When speaking of the wrist joint, individuals are usually referring to the radiocarpal joint between the distal radius and the proximal row of carpals, mainly the scaphoid and lunate bones.
	www.ithaca.edu /faculty/lahr/LE2000/UE_Ind_Study_99/wrist.htm (530 words)

	Wrist pain
		Wrist pain is any pain or discomfort in the wrist.
		Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common cause of wrist pain.
		Wrist pain with bruising and swelling is often a sign of an injury.
	www.umm.edu /ency/article/003175.htm (482 words)

	Scaphoid Fracture of the Wrist-Overview
		He or she will then look at your wrist, find any swollen or tender areas, and see how well you are able to move your wrist and thumb.
		If your doctor is not sure if your wrist is broken, he or she may refer you to an orthopedist, a doctor who specializes in bone problems.
		How long your wrist takes to heal depends on how serious your fracture is. Regular visits to your doctor will help you to know how well your fracture is healing and learn how to care for your splint or cast.
	www.webmd.com /a-to-z-guides/Scaphoid-Fracture-of-the-Wrist-Overview (940 words)

	Adult Health Advisor 2005.4: Wrist Sprain
		Your wrist is made up of eight bones that are attached to your hand bones and the bones of your forearm.
		The wrist joint is covered by a joint capsule and the bones are connected by ligaments.
		A wrist sprain can happen when you fall on your wrist or hand, when you are struck by an object, or during a forced motion of the wrist.
	www.med.umich.edu /1libr/aha/aha_wrisspra_sma.htm (553 words)

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