Tapering after wrist contusion
To treat a bruise of the wrist, taping is suitable as a conservative therapeutic measure. The tape has a stabilizing and simultaneously stimulating effect on the wrist, so that the healing process is positively influenced. A total of 4 strips must be cut from the self-adhesive tape.
The two longer tapes are stuck on the extensor and flexor sides of the wrist and forearm respectively. The stretching side tape should originate approximately in the middle of the back of the hand. In order to apply the appropriate tension to the tape, it is a good idea to stretch the hand and only straighten it after the tape has stuck.
On the flexion side, however, the tape should be fixed in the area of the ball of the hand. As with the other strip, it is helpful to bend the tape in order to bring tension to the tape.The two shorter strips are applied to the wrist from the extensor and flexor sides directly under the palm of the hand or via the palpable wrist bones perpendicular to the longer tape strips. As a tip for use, it should be noted that the tape adheres best to hairless and uncreamed skin. Adhesion can also be improved by rubbing it on after application. Thus the blood circulation is promoted at the same time at appropriate place.
Splints after wrist contusion
Splinting or bandaging is considered a therapeutic measure in the event of a bruise of the wrist. The aim is to immobilize and stabilize the wrist in order to achieve an accelerated healing process at the lowest possible pain level. Meanwhile there are many different variations of splints and bandages.
Therefore, the optimal system must be selected in each individual case. Common to all of them, however, is the characteristic of stabilization and pain relief. Most of them also have a massaging effect by means of integrated pads at certain typical pressure points.
This specifically promotes blood circulation, which in turn stimulates the healing process. An advantage of most wrist bandages or splints is the free movement of the fingers, which therefore do not stiffen despite the immobilization of the wrist. It is pleasant for those affected to be able to continue to use their fingers to perform specific movements and to grasp objects.
Sometimes a bandage/splint is worn nowadays not only for therapeutic purposes but also for prophylactic reasons. Especially in sports activities such as handball, where the wrist is particularly stressed or at risk, the brace can provide additional wrist stabilization. A bandage is also often worn for prophylactic reasons if a wrist injury has already occurred in the past and/or general instability or susceptibility is known.
