Elbow, Wrist & Hand Pain Physical Therapy | New Braunfels TX

Pain or stiffness in the elbow, wrist, or hand can make everyday tasks—gripping objects, typing, cooking, or lifting—unexpectedly difficult. Symptoms often begin subtly and worsen over time, especially when underlying movement faults or repetitive strain go unaddressed.

At Webb Physical Therapy Specialists, we provide comprehensive physical therapy for elbow, wrist, and hand pain in New Braunfels, TX. Our approach focuses on identifying the true source of your symptoms so treatment can be precise, effective, and designed to prevent long-term damage.

The upper extremities perform thousands of complex movements each day and are particularly vulnerable to overuse, poor mechanics, and trauma. Pain often develops when tissues are repeatedly stressed without adequate recovery or support.  Common contributors include:

Occupational tasks, sports, and hobbies that require frequent gripping, lifting, or weight-bearing through the arms can lead to tendon irritation and inflammation.

Awkward wrist positions, prolonged leaning on hard surfaces, or inefficient shoulder and postural mechanics can increase strain on the elbow, wrist, and hand.

Falls, collisions, or direct blows can injure bones, ligaments, or tendons. Prompt evaluation is essential to prevent healing complications.

Inflammation and joint wear over time can reduce mobility, strength, and fine motor control.

Most patients experience symptoms due to multiple contributing factors, which is why an individualized evaluation is critical.

Effective treatment begins with a thorough assessment to identify what is truly driving your pain and functional limitations.

Your evaluation may include:

• Observation of work, sport, or daily activities stressing the upper limbs
• Postural and shoulder positioning assessment
• Joint mobility testing of the elbow, wrist, and fingers
• Strength and endurance evaluation
• Neurological screening for nerve involvement
• Review of injury history and symptom behavior

These findings allow us to accurately classify the source of pain and determine whether symptoms are driven by tendon overload, joint restriction, nerve irritation, or movement compensation.

Based on your evaluation, we develop a customized treatment plan designed to restore movement, reduce pain, and improve long-term function.

Treatment may include:

• Manual Therapy: Hands-on techniques to improve joint mobility and reduce soft tissue tension
• Therapeutic Exercise: Targeted strengthening and mobility exercises for the elbow, wrist, hand, and shoulder
• Neuromuscular Re-education: Improving coordination and load tolerance
• Ergonomic & Activity Education: Strategies to reduce strain during work, sport, and daily tasks

Our goal is to address the root cause of your symptoms—not just provide short-term relief.

What commonly causes elbow, wrist, or hand pain?
Repetitive strain, poor ergonomics, sports overuse, trauma, and postural stress are frequent contributors.

How can physical therapy help arm or wrist pain?
Physical therapy restores joint mobility, improves strength and mechanics, and reduces tissue irritation to promote lasting recovery.

When should I be concerned about persistent symptoms?
Pain following trauma, progressive stiffness, swelling, numbness, or difficulty gripping objects should be evaluated promptly.

How can I tell if elbow pain is serious?
Inability to fully bend or straighten the arm, visible deformity, catching or locking, or severe pain with light pressure may indicate a more serious injury.