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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Hand injury | |||
| image = [[File:Rheumatoid_arthritis_-_Swollen_finger_joint.jpg|thumb|Swollen finger joint]] | |||
| caption = Swelling in a finger joint due to injury | |||
| field = [[Orthopedics]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Pain]], [[swelling]], [[bruising]], [[limited range of motion]] | |||
| complications = [[Infection]], [[chronic pain]], [[nerve damage]], [[arthritis]] | |||
| onset = Sudden | |||
| duration = Varies depending on severity | |||
| causes = [[Trauma]], [[overuse]], [[repetitive strain]] | |||
| risks = [[Sports]], [[manual labor]], [[falls]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[X-ray]], [[MRI]] | |||
| differential = [[Fracture]], [[dislocation]], [[sprain]], [[tendon injury]] | |||
| prevention = [[Protective gear]], [[proper technique]], [[ergonomic tools]] | |||
| treatment = [[Rest]], [[ice]], [[compression]], [[elevation]], [[splinting]], [[physical therapy]] | |||
| medication = [[NSAIDs]], [[analgesics]] | |||
| prognosis = Generally good with appropriate treatment | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
}} | |||
A '''hand injury''' refers to any damage or harm that occurs to the hand, including the fingers, thumb, and wrist. Hand injuries can result from a variety of causes such as accidents, falls, sports injuries, cuts, burns, and medical conditions. They can range from minor bruises and cuts to more severe injuries such as fractures, dislocations, tendon injuries, and nerve damage. Proper diagnosis and treatment are crucial to restore function and prevent long-term disability. | A '''hand injury''' refers to any damage or harm that occurs to the hand, including the fingers, thumb, and wrist. Hand injuries can result from a variety of causes such as accidents, falls, sports injuries, cuts, burns, and medical conditions. They can range from minor bruises and cuts to more severe injuries such as fractures, dislocations, tendon injuries, and nerve damage. Proper diagnosis and treatment are crucial to restore function and prevent long-term disability. | ||
==Types of Hand Injuries== | ==Types of Hand Injuries== | ||
Hand injuries can be classified into several types, including but not limited to: | Hand injuries can be classified into several types, including but not limited to: | ||
* '''[[Fractures]]''': Breaks in the bones of the hand or fingers. | * '''[[Fractures]]''': Breaks in the bones of the hand or fingers. | ||
* '''[[Dislocations]]''': Bones in the hand or fingers move out of their normal position. | * '''[[Dislocations]]''': Bones in the hand or fingers move out of their normal position. | ||
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* '''[[Tendon Injuries]]''': Damage to the tendons, which are the fibrous connective tissues that attach muscle to bone. | * '''[[Tendon Injuries]]''': Damage to the tendons, which are the fibrous connective tissues that attach muscle to bone. | ||
* '''[[Nerve Damage]]''': Injury to the nerves in the hand, which can affect sensation and movement. | * '''[[Nerve Damage]]''': Injury to the nerves in the hand, which can affect sensation and movement. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
Hand injuries can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | Hand injuries can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | ||
* '''[[Accidents and Falls]]''': Unexpected events that result in impact or trauma to the hand. | * '''[[Accidents and Falls]]''': Unexpected events that result in impact or trauma to the hand. | ||
* '''[[Sports Injuries]]''': Injuries sustained while participating in sports or physical activities. | * '''[[Sports Injuries]]''': Injuries sustained while participating in sports or physical activities. | ||
* '''[[Work-Related Injuries]]''': Injuries that occur in the workplace, often due to repetitive motions or unsafe conditions. | * '''[[Work-Related Injuries]]''': Injuries that occur in the workplace, often due to repetitive motions or unsafe conditions. | ||
* '''[[Violence]]''': Injuries resulting from fights or assaults. | * '''[[Violence]]''': Injuries resulting from fights or assaults. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
Symptoms of hand injuries vary depending on the type and severity of the injury but may include: | Symptoms of hand injuries vary depending on the type and severity of the injury but may include: | ||
* Pain or tenderness | * Pain or tenderness | ||
* Swelling | * Swelling | ||
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* Numbness or tingling | * Numbness or tingling | ||
* Deformity | * Deformity | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Diagnosis of hand injuries typically involves a physical examination and may include imaging tests such as: | Diagnosis of hand injuries typically involves a physical examination and may include imaging tests such as: | ||
* '''[[X-rays]]''': To detect fractures or dislocations. | * '''[[X-rays]]''': To detect fractures or dislocations. | ||
* '''[[MRI]]''': To assess soft tissue injuries. | * '''[[MRI]]''': To assess soft tissue injuries. | ||
* '''[[CT Scan]]''': To provide detailed images of bone and soft tissues. | * '''[[CT Scan]]''': To provide detailed images of bone and soft tissues. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for hand injuries depends on the type and severity of the injury and may include: | Treatment for hand injuries depends on the type and severity of the injury and may include: | ||
* Rest and immobilization | * Rest and immobilization | ||
* Ice and elevation to reduce swelling | * Ice and elevation to reduce swelling | ||
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* [[Physical therapy]] for rehabilitation | * [[Physical therapy]] for rehabilitation | ||
* Surgery for severe injuries | * Surgery for severe injuries | ||
==Prevention== | ==Prevention== | ||
Preventing hand injuries involves taking precautions such as using protective gear during sports and work, practicing safe handling of tools and machinery, and maintaining awareness of one's surroundings to avoid accidents. | Preventing hand injuries involves taking precautions such as using protective gear during sports and work, practicing safe handling of tools and machinery, and maintaining awareness of one's surroundings to avoid accidents. | ||
== Hand_injury gallery == | |||
<gallery> | |||
File:Tendinitis.jpg|Tendinitis | |||
File:Tuffedfracture.png|Hand injury | |||
</gallery> | |||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
* [[First Aid]] | * [[First Aid]] | ||
* [[Occupational Safety and Health]] | * [[Occupational Safety and Health]] | ||
* [[Sports Medicine]] | * [[Sports Medicine]] | ||
[[Category:Injuries]] | [[Category:Injuries]] | ||
[[Category:Hand]] | [[Category:Hand]] | ||
[[Category:Orthopedic Surgery]] | [[Category:Orthopedic Surgery]] | ||
{{Medicine-stub}} | {{Medicine-stub}} | ||
Latest revision as of 03:20, 6 April 2025
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| Hand injury | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Pain, swelling, bruising, limited range of motion |
| Complications | Infection, chronic pain, nerve damage, arthritis |
| Onset | Sudden |
| Duration | Varies depending on severity |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Trauma, overuse, repetitive strain |
| Risks | Sports, manual labor, falls |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, X-ray, MRI |
| Differential diagnosis | Fracture, dislocation, sprain, tendon injury |
| Prevention | Protective gear, proper technique, ergonomic tools |
| Treatment | Rest, ice, compression, elevation, splinting, physical therapy |
| Medication | NSAIDs, analgesics |
| Prognosis | Generally good with appropriate treatment |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
A hand injury refers to any damage or harm that occurs to the hand, including the fingers, thumb, and wrist. Hand injuries can result from a variety of causes such as accidents, falls, sports injuries, cuts, burns, and medical conditions. They can range from minor bruises and cuts to more severe injuries such as fractures, dislocations, tendon injuries, and nerve damage. Proper diagnosis and treatment are crucial to restore function and prevent long-term disability.
Types of Hand Injuries[edit]
Hand injuries can be classified into several types, including but not limited to:
- Fractures: Breaks in the bones of the hand or fingers.
- Dislocations: Bones in the hand or fingers move out of their normal position.
- Lacerations: Deep cuts or tears in the skin or flesh.
- Burns: Damage to the skin or deeper tissues caused by sun, hot liquids, fire, electricity, or chemicals.
- Sprains and Strains: Injuries to the ligaments (sprains) or muscles and tendons (strains).
- Tendon Injuries: Damage to the tendons, which are the fibrous connective tissues that attach muscle to bone.
- Nerve Damage: Injury to the nerves in the hand, which can affect sensation and movement.
Causes[edit]
Hand injuries can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
- Accidents and Falls: Unexpected events that result in impact or trauma to the hand.
- Sports Injuries: Injuries sustained while participating in sports or physical activities.
- Work-Related Injuries: Injuries that occur in the workplace, often due to repetitive motions or unsafe conditions.
- Violence: Injuries resulting from fights or assaults.
Symptoms[edit]
Symptoms of hand injuries vary depending on the type and severity of the injury but may include:
- Pain or tenderness
- Swelling
- Bruising
- Limited range of motion
- Numbness or tingling
- Deformity
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of hand injuries typically involves a physical examination and may include imaging tests such as:
- X-rays: To detect fractures or dislocations.
- MRI: To assess soft tissue injuries.
- CT Scan: To provide detailed images of bone and soft tissues.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for hand injuries depends on the type and severity of the injury and may include:
- Rest and immobilization
- Ice and elevation to reduce swelling
- Pain medication
- Physical therapy for rehabilitation
- Surgery for severe injuries
Prevention[edit]
Preventing hand injuries involves taking precautions such as using protective gear during sports and work, practicing safe handling of tools and machinery, and maintaining awareness of one's surroundings to avoid accidents.
Hand_injury gallery[edit]
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Tendinitis -
Hand injury
See Also[edit]
