Elbow, Wrist & Hand Pain in Chicago

Relieve Elbow, Wrist, and Hand Pain at Engram Therapy and Wellness Clinic in Chicago

If you feel pain when gripping objects, weakness in your hands, or discomfort when typing or lifting, it’s more than just an inconvenience—it’s a sign that your joints, nerves, or muscles are under stress.

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Relieve Elbow, Wrist, and Hand Pain at Engram Therapy and Wellness Clinic in Chicago

If you feel pain when gripping objects, weakness in your hands, or discomfort when typing or lifting, it’s more than just an inconvenience—it’s a sign that your joints, nerves, or muscles are under stress.

At Engram Therapy and Wellness Clinic in Chicago, our specialists find the root cause of your pain and develop a targeted treatment plan to restore movement, prevent long-term damage, and get you back to pain-free living. Ignoring discomfort won’t make it go away. The sooner you seek treatment, the faster and easier your recovery will be.

Common Causes of Elbow, Wrist, and Hand Pain in Chicago

Your hands and arms go through thousands of repetitive motions daily, making them highly vulnerable to strain and injury. Common causes include:

  • Repetitive Strain & Overuse – Gripping, lifting, or repetitive motions inflame tendons and joints.
  • Poor Ergonomics – Awkward hand positioning while working or exercising leads to long-term tissue irritation.
  • Trauma & Injury – Falls, impacts, or sudden force can cause fractures, sprains, or nerve damage.
  • Arthritis & Joint Degeneration – Chronic inflammation leads to stiffness, swelling, and reduced mobility.

Left untreated, these issues can lead to nerve damage, chronic pain, or permanent joint stiffness.

How We Diagnose and Treat Your Pain

At Engram Therapy and Wellness Clinic, we go beyond just relieving symptoms—we find and fix the underlying cause of your discomfort through a comprehensive evaluation and targeted treatment plan.

What to Expect from Your Evaluation:

  • Activity & Movement Analysis – Identifying repetitive strain from work, sports, or daily habits.
  • Postural & Alignment Assessment – Detecting imbalances contributing to pain and joint stress.
  • Hands-On Strength & Flexibility Testing – Measuring mobility limitations and pinpointing muscle weaknesses.
  • Nerve & Circulation Screening – Evaluating whether nerve compression or blood flow issues are involved.
  • Medical & Injury History Review – Examining past injuries and factors that may worsen your condition.

Once we identify the root cause, we create a customized treatment plan that includes:

  • Hands-on therapy to restore flexibility and reduce pain
  • Ergonomic adjustments to prevent future strain
  • Strengthening exercises to build resilience in your joints and muscles

FAQs: What You Need to Know About Your Pain and Recovery

How do I know if my pain is serious?
If your pain is persistent, worsening, or affecting daily tasks, it’s a sign that something isn’t healing properly. Pain that lasts more than a few weeks should be evaluated to prevent further damage.

Can this pain go away on its own?
Some minor discomfort improves with rest, but chronic pain, nerve issues, and joint problems rarely resolve without treatment. Delaying care can lead to long-term complications like arthritis, tendon degeneration, or loss of grip strength.

What are my treatment options?
We offer hands-on therapy, movement retraining, ergonomic corrections, and strengthening programs designed to restore function and prevent recurring pain. Our goal is to help you recover without surgery or medication whenever possible.

Take Control of Your Recovery—Don’t Wait Until Pain Becomes Permanent

If pain, stiffness, or weakness is limiting your daily activities, taking action now can prevent long-term complications and restore full function.

At Engram Therapy and Wellness Clinic in Chicago, we specialize in treating elbow, wrist, and hand pain before it becomes a lasting problem. Our expert team provides personalized care to help you regain strength, movement, and confidence.

Next Step: Schdule Your Evaluation Today

Pain won’t fix itself, and waiting too long can make recovery more difficult and expensive. The sooner you start treatment, the easier your recovery will be.

Appointments fill quickly—contact us now to schedule your evaluation and take the first step toward pain-free movement.

Request an appointment with one of our physical therapists today and get started on your journey toward better health and wellness!

In the end, an active lifestyle is more than possible, even if you struggle with chronic pain. If you are looking to improve your health, strength, and physical activity, look no further – we are here to help.

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Success Stories & Testimonials

“Carla, the owner of Engram Therapy and Wellness Clinic has tremendous compassion, patience and medical expertise. Not only is she a physical therapist, she also has a nursing background. We hired her using private insurance (which was covered) to work with our loved one who resides in a nursing home after having a stroke. Carla never gave up on my loved one. My sister gets frustrated and can lash out, but Carla managed to stay on my sister’s good side. My sister has achieved her PT goals of transferring, standing and even walking.”

Jane Smith

“Carla is an amazing practitioner. She worked with my mother and was the only person that we saw that actually helped her lymphedema. She is also very empathetic and truly cares about her patience. After my mom was out of her care, Carla still checked on her and would answer any questions that we had without Charging for her time. I would highly recommend carla. There are very few lymphedema specialists that we encountered that actually know what they are doing.”

Stacey Orleans

“Carla is the most caring and knowledgeable PT! She cares so much about her patients. My dad is bedridden due to TBI and needs lots of PT work. Carla comes to visit my dad everyday and provides tremendous skillful help. She is very passionate about what she can do to improve my dad’s quality of life. We really appreciate your time and expertise! Keep up the amazing work Carla!!”

Robert Jiang

Carla Haverland

PT, GCS, WCC, CLT

Founder, Specialist

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