Elbow, Wrist & Hand Pain in Frisco and Dallas, TX

Pain with gripping, lifting, typing, or weight bearing through your hands can make work, hobbies, and self care more difficult. At Ace Physical Therapy and Wellness in Frisco and Dallas, Texas, we assess how your elbow, wrist, and hand are moving and loading, then build a plan to help you use them more comfortably in daily life.

Common Reasons for Elbow, Wrist, and Hand Pain

Because your hands and arms are involved in so many tasks, discomfort can develop for a variety of reasons, including:

• Repetitive use and strain from gripping tools, lifting, typing, or sports

• Workstation or equipment setup that places joints in awkward positions

• Trauma or injury, such as falls, sprains, or impact to the arm or hand

• Arthritis or joint irritation that leads to stiffness and swelling

Sometimes nerves can also become irritated, contributing to tingling, numbness, or weakness. A focused evaluation helps clarify which structures are involved and how they affect your function.

How We Evaluate Elbow, Wrist, and Hand Pain

Your initial visit is one on one and may include:

• Review of your symptoms, work demands, and activities

• Observation of posture, ergonomics, and common movement patterns

• Hands on testing of joint motion, strength, and flexibility

• Screening for possible nerve involvement when indicated

• Discussion of prior injuries, medical history, and goals

This information guides a treatment plan that is specific to your presentation rather than a standard set of exercises.

Treatment Approach at Ace Physical Therapy and Wellness

Care is tailored to your needs and may include:

• Manual therapy to address joint stiffness and soft tissue tension

• Therapeutic exercise to improve strength, endurance, and coordination of the hand, wrist, forearm, and shoulder

• Ergonomic and activity modifications for computer work, lifting, sports, or home tasks

• Education on joint protection and pacing to reduce irritation during daily activities

Your therapist will also provide a home program so you can continue making progress between visits.

Spotlight on Dr. Stephen Fort

Our programs are led by Dr. Stephen Fort, a nationally and internationally recognized expert in advanced physical therapy care. His background spans manual therapy, orthopedics, dry needling, and movement science, allowing him to design treatment plans rooted in the latest clinical research.

• Doctor of Physical Therapy – Texas Tech University

• Orthopedic Certified Specialist

• Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist

• Fellowship in Manual Therapy and Orthopedics – The Manual Therapy Institute

• International educator in manual therapy, physical therapy, and dry needling

Dr. Fort brings a high level of clinical reasoning and hands-on expertise to every service we offer, ensuring patients receive individualized, effective, and research-driven care.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if my pain should be evaluated?
If pain is persistent, interferes with daily tasks, or is accompanied by weakness, tingling, or reduced motion, an evaluation can help determine what is contributing and what options are available.

Can elbow, wrist, or hand pain improve without treatment?
Some mild symptoms related to short term overuse may ease with rest and activity changes. When pain lasts longer, recurs often, or impacts your ability to work or use your hand normally, guided rehabilitation can be helpful in addressing underlying movement and strength issues.

What treatment options are available?
Depending on your findings, your plan may include a combination of manual therapy, exercise, ergonomic adjustments, and joint protection strategies. When appropriate, we coordinate with your physician or other providers regarding imaging, medications, or further medical evaluation.

Take the Next Step

You do not have to navigate elbow, wrist, or hand pain on your own. A detailed assessment can help clarify the source of your symptoms and outline a practical plan for improvement.

Contact Ace Physical Therapy and Wellness in Frisco or Dallas, Texas to schedule an appointment. Our team will work with you to create an individualized program aimed at reducing pain, improving function, and helping you return to the activities that matter most to you.