A member asked:

Recently began bowling weekly, wrist hurts to lift or bend down. pain is becoming unbarable. should i see someone? any suggestion on what to do?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Jimmy Bowen answered

Specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Wrist pain: Sounds like you may have overuse tendonitis. Although many things can cause wrist pain. If you rest and take nsaids for few days along with icing the area 20 minutes 3 times a day and it is not improved i would beging with your primary care provider.

Answered 8/18/2013

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Dr. Mark Ciaglia answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Yes, get a hand exam: New activities can put stress on ligaments or muscles that you have not used before, resulting in stiffness, pain and changes in strength. Bowling, a strenuous activity on the wrist is classic. Oral anti-inflammatories might help, along with modifying your activity. However, make sure you have not sustained a true injury by seeing a hand surgeon who can examine your wrist. My office is not far.

Answered 11/22/2016

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