Ulnar wrist pain after a fall is often due to an injury to the structures on the little finger side of your wrist, potentially involving ligaments, bones, or tendons.
Here's a breakdown of the possible reasons:
- Ligament Injury: Falls can strain or tear ligaments in the ulnar wrist.
- TFCC (Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex) Injury: The TFCC is a cartilage structure that stabilizes the wrist. A fall can easily damage the TFCC, leading to pain, clicking, and instability.
- Fractured Bone: A fall can cause a fracture (break) in one of the bones on the ulnar side of the wrist, such as the ulna itself or a carpal bone.
- Tendon Injury: Tendons connect muscles to bones. A fall can stretch or tear tendons in the ulnar wrist, causing pain and weakness.
It's important to seek medical evaluation for proper diagnosis and treatment if you experience persistent ulnar wrist pain after a fall.
