Wrist
Conditions

Compression of the median nerve at the wrist causing numbness, tingling and weakness in the hand: one of the most common nerve conditions treated by Hand Therapists.

Inflammation of the tendons on the thumb side of the wrist, causing pain and swelling at the base of the thumb. Common in new parents, gamers and manual workers.

Injury to one of the primary stabilising ligaments of the wrist. Sprains or tears can cause pain along the back of the wrist and instability. Sometimes a characteristic clunking sensation with wrist movement is felt.

Injury to the triangular fibrocartilage complex on the little finger side of the wrist. Injuries to this zone result in wrist pain during various activities of daily living.

Dislocations of the carpal bones following high-energy trauma. Such injuries require specialist rehabilitation to restore stability, movement and strength to the wrist.

Fluid-filled cysts arising from the joints or tendon sheaths of the wrist and hand. Ganglion cysts can cause pain, pressure and reduced movement.

Osteoarthritis and post-traumatic arthritis of the wrist causing pain, stiffness and reduced grip strength. Wrist arthritis can be managed with specialist Hand Therapy.

Fractures of the distal radius, ulna and scaphoid are among the most common fractures seen in adults. Wrist fractures often require specialist rehabilitation to restore full wrist function.