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Initial management includes splinting of the wrist for support along with [[occupational therapy|occupational]] or [[physical therapy]]. | The goal of treatment is to allow you to use the hand and arm as much as possible. The health care provider should find and treat the cause, if possible. In some cases, no treatment is needed and you will recover slowly on your own. Initial management includes splinting of the wrist for support along with [[occupational therapy|occupational]] or [[physical therapy]]. Medical causes such as diabetes and kidney disease should be treated. | ||
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Overview
The goal of treatment is to allow you to use the hand and arm as much as possible. The health care provider should find and treat the cause, if possible. In some cases, no treatment is needed and you will recover slowly on your own. Initial management includes splinting of the wrist for support along with occupational or physical therapy. Medical causes such as diabetes and kidney disease should be treated.