Pain is your body’s way of telling you something is wrong. But it doesn’t always tell you exactly what’s wrong and if you need medical treatment. So, when pain develops in your hand, wrist or elbow, how do you know whether to treat it at home or see a doctor?
Orthopaedic surgeon William Seitz, Jr., MD, who specializes in upper extremity problems, explains what to look for when experiencing these pains and when you’ll need to contact a healthcare provider for extra attention.
