Wrist Pain Physiotherapy Treatment in Perth
At Revive Physio, we provide tailored treatments to reduce wrist pain, rebuild strength, and support your recovery, so you can get back to your daily life.
What is Wrist Pain?
The wrist and hand are vital joints that play a crucial role in many daily activities. The wrist’s primary function is to position the hand, allowing us to perform a wide range of activities with precision and dexterity.
From intricate tasks like writing and typing to high-power activities like gripping and lifting, the wrist and hand joints work in harmony to enable us to interact with the world around us.
Wrist injury and pain can significantly impact our daily lives, making everyday tasks and physical activity challenging and frustrating. When the wrist and hand joints are affected by pain or injury, even simple activities can become tedious and draining.
Wrist and hand injuries can be caused by overuse or acute trauma, highlighting the importance of proper care and treatment.
Common Causes of Wrist or Hand Pain
Wrist pain can stem from various sources, including:
Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI): Repetitive movements or activities can cause strain and inflammation in the soft tissues, leading to pain and discomfort. RSI is common in individuals who perform repetitive tasks, such as typing or assembly line work.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Compression of the median nerve can cause numbness, tingling, and pain in the wrist joint and hand. This condition is often associated with repetitive activities, poor posture, or direct pressure on the wrist.
Tendonitis: Inflammation of the tendons can cause pain and stiffness in the wrist, often affecting activities that involve repetitive motions. Tendonitis can be caused by overuse, poor technique, or direct trauma to the tendon.
Arthritis: Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis can cause wrist pain and stiffness, significantly impacting mobility and function. Arthritis can lead to chronic pain, limited range of motion, and decreased grip strength.
Fractures and Sprains: Trauma or direct blows to the wrist can cause fractures or sprains, leading to pain and limited mobility. Fractures and sprains can be caused by falls, sports activities, or other types of trauma.
Ganglion Cysts: Non-cancerous lumps can develop on the wrist, causing pain and discomfort. Ganglion cysts are often associated with repetitive activities or joint instability.
Occupational Overuse Injuries: Repetitive activities or overuse can cause strain and inflammation in the wrist, leading to pain and discomfort. Overuse injuries are common in athletes, manual labourers, or individuals with jobs that involve repetitive tasks.
Postural Issues: Poor posture or ergonomic setup can put strain on the wrist, leading to pain and discomfort. Postural issues can be caused by poor workspace setup, inadequate stretching, or muscle imbalances.
Muscle Strain: Sudden trauma or overexertion can cause muscle strain, leading to pain and limited mobility. Muscle strain can be caused by direct trauma, overuse, or poor technique.
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: Compression of the nerves or blood vessels in the thoracic outlet region can cause pain, numbness, and tingling sensations in the wrist and hand. Thoracic outlet syndrome can be caused by poor posture, muscle imbalances, or direct trauma.
Hand Pain & Injury: Hand pain and injury can result from various causes, including trauma, overuse, or poor technique. Hand pain can be caused by wrist fractures, sprains, or repetitive strain injuries.
Signs & Symptoms to Watch For
If you’re experiencing persistent pain with movement, numbness or tingling in your fingers, swelling or visible deformity, weak grip strength, or clicking or popping in your wrist, it’s essential to seek medical attention. These symptoms can indicate a more serious underlying condition that requires prompt treatment.
Some common signs and symptoms to watch for include:
- Persistent pain or stiffness in the wrist or hand
- Numbness or tingling in the fingers
- Swelling or visible deformity
- Weak grip strength
- Clicking or popping in the wrist
How Can Physiotherapy Help With Wrist Pain?
At Revive Physio, our physiotherapists take a comprehensive approach to treating wrist pain. We start with a thorough assessment and diagnosis to identify the underlying causes of your wrist pain. Our treatment plan may include manual therapy techniques like massage, mobilisation, and manipulation to improve joint and soft tissue function.
We’ll also design a tailored exercise program to strengthen and restore mobility, improving function and provide wrist pain relief. Additionally, we’ll provide postural and ergonomic advice, and wrist stretches to prevent further strain and promote optimal wrist health.
If necessary, we’ll use splinting or taping to provide additional support and stability to the wrist. We’ll also educate you on how to modify your activities to prevent further strain and promote the prevention of future wrist pain.
By taking a holistic approach to treating your wrist pain, we can help you achieve optimal outcomes and improve your overall quality of life.
Why Choose Revive Physiotherapy?
Our team of experienced physical therapists specialise in treating upper limb injuries and provide one-on-one personalised care. We offer integrated exercise physiology for rehabilitation and have convenient locations in Perth. Our holistic and hands-on approach ensures you receive the best care for your wrist pain.
Our treatment process involves:
Initial Consultation & Assessment: We’ll assess your condition and identify the underlying causes of your wrist pain.
Treatment Plan Development: We’ll develop a personalised treatment plan tailored to your needs.
Hands-On Therapy & Exercise: We’ll use manual therapy and exercise to improve joint and soft tissue function and strengthen your wrist.
Ongoing Progress Review: We’ll regularly review your progress and adjust your treatment plan as needed. Long-
Term Prevention Strategies: We’ll educate you on how to prevent future wrist pain and maintain optimal wrist health.
When Should You See a Physiotherapist for Wrist Pain?
If your wrist pain persists longer than a few days, or if you notice numbness or tingling, it’s time to seek medical attention. Additionally, if your wrist pain interferes with your work, sport, or sleep, or if home remedies or rest don’t improve the condition, you should book an appointment with us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Wrist pain can occur from repetitive movements, poor posture, or conditions like carpal tunnel or arthritis even in the absence of a clear injury.
If you have numbness, swelling, a limited range of motion, or persistent pain that doesn’t improve within a few days, it’s worth seeing a physio.
Yes, physio can reduce symptoms through manual therapy, nerve gliding exercises, splinting, wrist brace, and ergonomic advice.
No, you can book directly with Revive Physio without a GP referral.
It depends on the condition’s severity, but many patients see improvement within 3 – 6 sessions of physical therapy, along with home exercises.
Book an Appointment Today
Don’t let wrist pain hold you back. Book an appointment with our experienced team today and start your journey to improved wrist function and pain-free living.
Contact us on (08) 9300 0841 or book online.