S63: Dislocation, sprain and strain of joints and ligaments at wrist and hand level

The group of conditions described under S63 involves injuries at the wrist and hand level, particularly dislocations, sprains, and strains of joints and ligaments. These conditions generally occur due to sudden or repetitive physical impact, like falling onto an outstretched hand or overuse in activities requiring wrist and hand movements. Dislocation involves displacement of a bone from its joint, sprains deal with injury to a ligament (connective tissue that links bones together), and strains refer to injury to muscles or tendons. Initial symptoms typically include pain, swelling, bruising, and difficulty in moving the affected wrist or hand. As the injury progresses, there might be visible deformity in cases of severe dislocation, and ongoing pain and weakness could develop if prolonged strain or sprain is left unattended. These conditions affect the musculoskeletal system, specifically the wrists and hands.