Conditions
Hand, Wrist, Elbow & Shoulder Conditions
Michelle Razo is a specialist Consultant Hand Therapist and Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) that provides expert diagnosis, assessment as well as treatment for a wide range of conditions affecting the hand and upper limb. Her expertise covers the hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder.
Whether you are suffering from arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, wrist sprain, tennis elbow, shoulder impingement or recovering from a broken bone, tendon injury or surgery. Targeted Hand Therapy can reduce pain and restore function.
Learn more about the specific conditions Michelle Razo can diagnose and how they can be treated:
Hand Conditions
Hand conditions refer to any injury, disorder, or medical issue that affects the structures of the hand, including the bones, joints, tendons, ligaments, muscles, nerves and blood vessels. These conditions can lead to pain, stiffness, swelling, weakness and reduced hand function, making everyday tasks difficult.
Common hand conditions include arthritis, trigger finger, tendinitis, fractures, tendon injuries and sprains. Early diagnosis and treatment by a qualified Hand Therapist can significantly improve recovery and prevent long-term complications.
Wrist Conditions
Wrist conditions can lead to pain, stiffness and reduced mobility. They significantly impact your ability to perform daily tasks such as typing, lifting or gripping objects. Whether caused by injury, overuse or underlying medical issues, wrist problems should be addressed promptly to prevent persistent dysfunction.
To The top five most common wrist conditions include carpal tunnel syndrome, osteoarthritis, ganglion cysts, de Quervain’s tenosynovitis and wrist fractures.
Elbow Conditions
Elbow conditions can cause persistent pain, reduced mobility and muscle weakness. Symptoms can often make everyday activities like lifting or carrying difficult. Elbow issues may result from overuse, injury or underlying joint and tendon problems.
Common elbow conditions include tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow, cubital tunnel syndrome, elbow bursitis and elbow instability due to ligament injury(s).
Shoulder Conditions
Shoulder conditions can be debilitating. They can lead to pain, stiffness, weakness and symptoms further down the upper limb. Poor posture, repetitive strain or injury can be contributing factors.
Shoulder pathologies such as osteoarthritis, rotator cuff injuries, shoulder impingement, bursitis and frozen shoulder are frequently treated in Hand Therapy.