Arm, Elbow, Wrist & Hand Care in Gaithersburg
Comprehensive Kinetic Chain Care for Desk Workers & Active Adults
Repetitive computer typing, mouse use, manual labor, gripping, lifting, sports, and past injuries can cause discomfort in the shoulder, elbow, forearm, wrist, and hand. Because nerve pathways and muscles run continuously from the neck to the fingertips, upper-extremity discomfort requires a comprehensive kinetic-chain evaluation.
At Bones 4 Life Chiropractic, Dr. Keith Murray assesses the entire upper extremity to identify musculoskeletal contributors and guide practical recovery.
Symptoms We Evaluate:
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Outer or inner elbow soreness (tennis elbow / golfer's elbow strain) from repetitive gripping or wrist motion
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Forearm muscle tightness and fatigue associated with long hours of typing and mousing
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Wrist stiffness, aching, or movement discomfort with lifting or pushing
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Hand tingling, numbness, or reduced grip tolerance
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Shoulder, arm, or wrist symptoms connected to daily desk work or athletic activities
Our Evaluation & Care Approach:
We assess joint mobility, muscle strength, tendon tenderness, and nerve mobility from the cervical spine down through the elbow, wrist, and hand.
Care recommendations may include:
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Extremity Joint Mobilization: Gentle adjustments to wrist, elbow, or shoulder joints when mobility limitations exist.
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Soft-Tissue Therapy: IASTM or myofascial techniques to relieve tightness in forearm flexor and extensor muscle groups.
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Progressive Loading & Rehabilitation: Specific exercises to build tendon tolerance and improve grip endurance.
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Ergonomic Adjustments: Modifying keyboard angle, mouse placement, desk height, and grip habits.
Clinical Note: Persistent hand numbness, progressive grip weakness, marked swelling, or symptoms following significant trauma may require medical diagnostic testing (such as EMG/NCS) or specialty referral.
Call (240) 837-8933