Fysiotherapie
Onderzoek en behandeling van klachten aan spieren, gewrichten en zenuwen — altijd volgens een plan met begin- en eindpunt.
Wrist & hand
Pols- en handklachten
Pijn, tintelingen of krachtverlies in pols, hand of vingers.
Pijn, tintelingen of krachtverlies in pols en hand beïnvloeden bijna alles wat je doet. We achterhalen of de klacht uit de pols zelf komt of hoger uit de arm, en stemmen de behandeling daarop af.
What you notice
Common signs
- Tingling, stiffness or pain in the wrist, hand or fingers.
- Loss of strength when gripping, writing or doing fine motor tasks.
- Complaints that flare up with computer work or repetitive actions.
Possible causes
- Overload of tendons, muscles or nerve tissue in the forearm.
- An awkward or prolonged wrist and hand position.
- Residual symptoms after a fall, bruise or surgery.
Our approach
How we assess and treat Pols- en handklachten
At our practice in Someren, Het Verbeterpunt doesn't only look at where it hurts, but especially at what keeps your complaint going. That helps us build a plan that fits your daily life, sports and recovery pace.
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We assess when Pols- en handklachten flares up, what you've already tried and which movements are difficult.
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Then we look at the bigger picture: strength, mobility and loading around the wrist & hand.
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From there we choose an approach with advice, exercises and, if needed, treatments such as Fysiotherapie, Manuele therapie, Dry needling.
Matching care
Suitable treatments
Manuele therapie
Manuele therapie is een specialisatie binnen de fysiotherapie. Deze therapie wordt in de volksmond ook wel 'kraken' genoemd — maar manuele therapie is veel meer dan dat.
Dry needling
Een behandelmethode gericht op spieren. Spieren kunnen erg vervelende klachten met zich meebrengen; dry needling is erop gericht om deze spieren te behandelen en een direct resultaat te bieden.
Medical taping
Je hebt ze vast wel ooit gezien: de gekleurde tape bij sporters of bij iemand op straat. Medical taping kan voor veel verschillende doelen ingezet worden tijdens of na een behandeling.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions about Pols- en handklachten
When should I get Pols- en handklachten checked?
If the complaint keeps returning, limits your movement or doesn't improve with rest and adjustments, it's worth having it assessed. The sooner we understand the cause, the more targeted your recovery can be.
Can Pols- en handklachten go away on its own?
Sometimes symptoms settle temporarily, but that doesn't always mean the cause has gone. Especially with recurring pain or increasing stiffness, guidance helps reduce the risk of it coming back.
Which treatments often fit Pols- en handklachten?
That depends on the cause and your current capacity. At Het Verbeterpunt, we often combine assessment, advice, exercise therapy and, where useful, treatments such as Fysiotherapie, Manuele therapie, Dry needling.
Ready to get started?
Book an appointment or ask your question. You're very welcome at Het Verbeterpunt.