MSK Physiotherapy
Wrist Pain
Sudden or gradual wrist pain from sprains, tendon injuries, De Quervain's, carpal tunnel, TFCC injuries and more.
Wrist pain can interfere with work, sport and everyday activities such as lifting, typing and gripping. It may develop suddenly following a fall or injury, or gradually due to repetitive movements and overuse. Because many wrist conditions can present with similar symptoms, a thorough assessment is essential to identify the source of your pain and guide the most effective treatment.
Common causes
- Wrist SprainsStretching or tearing of the wrist ligaments following a fall, twist or impact.
- Tendon Injuries (Tendinopathy)Irritation of the wrist tendons caused by repetitive movements, gripping or overuse.
- De Quervain's TenosynovitisIrritation of the tendons at the base of the thumb, commonly causing pain with gripping or lifting.
- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeCompression of the median nerve at the wrist, often causing pain, numbness and tingling into the thumb and fingers.
- Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex (TFCC) InjuriesDamage to the cartilage and ligaments on the little finger side of the wrist, commonly causing pain with twisting or weight-bearing.
- Wrist FracturesFollowing a fall or direct impact.
- Thumb OsteoarthritisWear and tear at the base of the thumb that can make gripping and pinching painful.
- Ganglion CystsFluid-filled lumps around the wrist that may cause discomfort or restrict movement.
- Referred PainSometimes wrist pain originates from the neck, elbow or surrounding structures rather than the wrist itself.
Assessment & treatment
Your physiotherapist will complete a comprehensive assessment to determine the cause of your pain and create a treatment plan tailored to your goals, lifestyle and activity level.
Assessment may include:
- 1Discussing your symptoms, medical history and daily activities
- 2Assessing your wrist, hand and thumb movement, strength and function
- 3Performing clinical tests to identify the structures involved
- 4Reviewing any X-rays, ultrasound or MRI scans where appropriate
Treatment may include:
- Education about your condition and recovery
- Personalised exercise and strengthening programs
- Hands-on therapy, including joint mobilisation and soft tissue techniques
- Activity modification and ergonomic advice
- Splinting or taping where appropriate
- Rehabilitation to help you return to work, sport and everyday activities
How Simba Health treats Wrist Pain
Our msk physiotherapy clinicians assess the cause of your symptoms and build a personalised, evidence-based plan to treat Wrist Pain. With no GP referral required and initial appointments from $99, you can start care quickly at a clinic near you.
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Frequently asked questions
No. You can book msk physiotherapy directly at Simba Health with no GP referral, so you can start treatment for Wrist Pain without delay. Initial appointments start from $99. A referral may still help if you're claiming under a care plan.
Wrist Pain is treated under our msk physiotherapy service, with initial consultations from $99 and lower follow-up fees. We keep our pricing transparent so you know what to expect before your appointment.
Our msk physiotherapy clinicians assess the underlying cause of your symptoms, then build a personalised, evidence-based treatment plan for Wrist Pain. Many people start to notice improvement once the right plan is underway.
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