Leading Factors Behind Wrist Pain

Wrist discomfort can stem from a wide range of injuries and conditions, and identifying what’s driving your symptoms is the key to achieving long-term relief. At Physora Physio in Neath, our team focuses on uncovering the true source of your pain so treatment targets the cause—not just the discomfort.

Below are some of the most frequent contributors to ongoing wrist pain and how they typically present:

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome:
This develops when the median nerve becomes compressed as it travels through the wrist, often leading to tingling, numbness, and weakness in the hand or fingers.

Wrist Sprains:
Ligament injuries commonly occur after a fall, sudden force, or repeated strain. Symptoms often include swelling, pain, and restricted movement.

Tendinopathy:
Repetitive actions such as typing, lifting, or playing instruments can irritate the wrist tendons, resulting in stiffness, tenderness, and inflammation.

Arthritis:
Both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis can affect the wrist joint, causing joint pain, reduced mobility, and ongoing stiffness.

Fractures:
Breaks in the wrist bones often follow falls or impact injuries and are usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and limited motion.

If wrist pain is disrupting your routine, the specialists at Physora Physio in Neath are here to assess your symptoms, pinpoint what’s driving them, and design a care plan built around proven, research-based strategies.

How Targeted Therapy Supports Wrist Recovery

Your first visit begins with a comprehensive assessment that includes a review of your medical background, a detailed discussion of your symptoms, and hands-on testing to evaluate strength, flexibility, and movement quality in your wrist.

This in-depth approach allows us to identify what’s limiting your progress and create a personalized program that aligns with your recovery goals and daily demands.

Your treatment plan may include a combination of the following evidence-supported methods:

Guided Exercises and Mobility Work:
Early, structured movement has been shown to improve recovery for many wrist conditions. We’ll design a tailored program to build strength, improve flexibility, and restore comfortable range of motion.

Hands-On Techniques:
Joint and soft tissue techniques can help ease discomfort, reduce stiffness, and improve movement, especially when active exercises feel too painful at first.

Supportive Modalities:
Tools such as heat, cold therapy, ultrasound, or laser-based treatments may be used to manage inflammation and prepare your wrist for more active rehabilitation.

Injury Prevention Education:
We’ll teach you proper movement strategies, posture tips, and activity modifications to reduce strain and lower the risk of future flare-ups.

At Physora Physio in Neath, our goal is to help you move confidently again with a plan that delivers lasting improvement—not temporary fixes. Call now 07356220200.