How is wrist tendonitis diagnosed?

It’s understandable to be curious about how wrist tendonitis is diagnosed. It’s important to remember that I’m not a medical professional and can’t provide diagnoses. However, I can share some general information about what might happen during an evaluation.

A doctor will typically start by asking about your medical history, including any activities that might be stressing your wrist. They’ll want to know about your symptoms:

Where does it hurt?
When did the pain start?
Is it constant or does it come and go?
What makes it better or worse?

Next, they will physically examine your wrist, checking its range of motion and feeling for any tenderness or swelling. They may ask you to move your wrist in certain ways to see what causes pain.

Sometimes, other tests are needed to rule out other problems or get a clearer picture. These can include:

X-ray: This shows bones but not soft tissues like tendons.
Ultrasound: This uses sound waves to create images of your tendons and other soft tissues.
* MRI: This uses strong magnets and radio waves to create detailed images.

Based on your symptoms, physical exam, and any necessary tests, your doctor can make a diagnosis and work with you to create a treatment plan.