Elbow Wrist and Hand Pain Relief

Struggling with Elbow, Wrist, or Hand Pain? You’re Not Alone.

Nothing makes you realize how much you rely on your elbows, wrists, and hands until pain makes every movement a challenge.

From the moment you wake up—showering, brushing your teeth, getting dressed, making breakfast, and driving to work—you’ve already used these joints and muscles countless times. Pain in your elbow, wrist, or hand can quickly disrupt your daily routine and impact your overall quality of life.

At PREP Performance Center in Chicago and Niles, our skilled physical therapists are here to help you regain strength, restore

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Common Causes of Elbow, Wrist and Hand Pain

According to Medical News Today, the hands and wrists are made up of many complex structures, including bones, tendons, muscles, and joints that extend from the elbow to the fingers. Because of this, pain in these areas can come from a wide variety of causes.

Sometimes, the cause is obvious—if you have “tennis elbow,” for example, you can probably guess how that injury occurred! But in many cases, the root cause of pain isn’t so easy to identify.

Here are some of the more common conditions that affect the elbow, wrist, and hand:

Sprains and strains in these areas are also common, especially among athletes, and often result in sharp, sudden pain. These are some of the most frequent types of sports-related injuries.

Hands, fitness injury and wrist pain after accident, workout or training exercise. inflammation or painful arthritis, tendinitis or carpal tunnel

Expert Elbow, Wrist & Hand Therapy in Chicago and Niles

At PREP Performance Center, our expert physical therapists specialize in treating a wide range of elbow, wrist, and hand conditions—from repetitive strain injuries like carpal tunnel and tennis elbow to post-surgical rehab and sports-related sprains. We take a personalized approach to care, using evidence-based techniques to reduce pain, restore mobility, and improve strength and function. Whether you’re recovering from an injury or managing a chronic condition, our team is here to help you get back to your daily activities with confidence and comfort.

How Physical Therapy Can Help

The good news? No matter what’s causing your elbow, wrist, or hand pain, physical therapy can play a key role in reducing discomfort, restoring mobility, and helping you get back to your normal routine. In many cases, physical therapy can even help you avoid surgery for conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome.

At PREP Performance Center, your physical therapist will design a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs and goals. This may include manual therapy, targeted stretching exercises, heat and ice therapy, ultrasound, and more—all aimed at reducing pain, improving strength, and enhancing your range of motion.

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It’s Time to Feel More Like Yourself, From Elbow to Fingertips

Don’t let elbow, wrist, or hand pain keep interfering with your day-to-day activities. Contact PREP Performance Center in Chicago or Niles, IL today to schedule your physical therapy appointment. Our expert team is here to help you feel better, move better, and get back to doing what you love—whether that’s work, workouts, or everyday life. Let’s get you back on track—or back in the game—as soon as possible.