Question
Dr. O'Brien
   
  I had surgery December 1st on my wrist. Prior to surgery I had constant pain for a week or so. I would apply a splint,ice, and take an anti-inflammatory and then the pain would go away. Start using the wrist again pain would come back. I had wrist debridement surgery and he cleaned up what was inside, I was told there was no serious injury. I had an MRI, and a few xrays both came up clean.

I was cleared to start physical therapy Dec. 28 and finally cleared Feb. 18th. I started back playing baseball for my school and now In March my wrist constantly hurts especially when I move it up and down slightly, and of course more pain the further I move it. There is a noticeable lump when I bend it downwards but it has been there since before surgery.

I'm not sure if you have an idea but thank you for your time and looking forward to hearing back.

Thanks,
Will

Answer
Hi Will,

   Seldom are wrist surgeries successful unless there is destruction to the joint itself.  Commonly adhesion/Scar Tissue in the muscle, tendon, or ligament can cause the pain.  Tendonitis of the wrist is caused by the muscles being worked repetitively thus increasing tension on the tendons that travel through the carpal tunnels of the wrist.  You may want to see a Doctor of Chiropractic who specializes in Sports/Soft Tissue injuries as they will be able to determine the cause and treat your pain/symptoms.  Occasionally a bump may be a ganglion cyst which is fluid filled and usually due to nerve irritation (again from repetitive use or scar tissue).
   In the mean time ice and light stretching will help reduce inflammation.

Have a great day,
Dr. Brendon O'Brien D.C.