Wrist Pain Treatment | Physio & Sports Therapy

Help for wrist pain

Wrist pain can affect almost everything you do, from typing to lifting to getting up off the floor. It can come from a fall, a sudden twist, or repeated loading at work or in the gym.

Our physiotherapists and sports therapists check for signs that you might need an X-ray, assess what's driving your pain and build a plan to restore movement and strength.

Checks for signs you may need an X-ray

Soft tissue therapy, joint mobilisation and taping

Grip and wrist strengthening programmes

Training changes for pressing and barbell work

Advice on desk and keyboard set-up

No GP referral needed to book

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What's causing your wrist pain?

Wrist pain has many possible causes. A proper assessment helps us choose the right approach, and spot anything that needs an X-ray.

Wrist Sprain

A stretch or tear of the wrist ligaments, often from a fall onto an outstretched hand or a sudden twist.

Overuse & Tendon Pain

Irritation of the tendons around the wrist from repeated gripping, lifting or typing, including pain on the thumb side of the wrist.

Gym-Related Wrist Pain

Pain from push-ups, pressing, front rack positions or barbell work, often linked to load, volume or wrist position.

Little-Finger Side Pain

Pain on the little-finger side of the wrist, often with twisting or taking weight through the hand. This area has a small cartilage structure that can become irritated.

Carpal Tunnel Symptoms

Pressure on a nerve at the wrist can cause tingling or numbness in the thumb and first fingers, often at night. We can assess and advise, and refer you to your GP if needed.

Scaphoid Injury

A fall onto an outstretched hand can break the scaphoid, a small wrist bone near the base of the thumb. It can be easy to miss, so pain there after a fall should always be checked.

When to see a doctor first

Please contact your GP, call NHS 111, or call 999 in an emergency, rather than booking with us, if you have:

A fall onto your hand with pain, swelling or deformity at the wrist: go to a minor injuries unit or A&E

Pain near the base of the thumb after a fall, even if it seems mild: get it checked at a minor injuries unit or A&E

Numbness, a cold or pale hand, or fingers you can't move: go to A&E

A hot, red, swollen wrist, especially with a fever: seek urgent medical help

Numbness or weakness in the hand that keeps getting worse: see your GP

Wrist pain questions answered

Do I need an X-ray for my wrist?

Not always. If you've had a fall onto your hand, especially with pain near the base of the thumb, it should be checked for a fracture at a minor injuries unit or A&E. For other wrist pain, we check for warning signs and will refer you if we're concerned.

Can I keep training with wrist pain?

Often, yes, with some changes. We may suggest different grips, hand positions or equipment for a while, and build wrist strength gradually so you can return to your usual training.

Can wrist pain come from desk work?

It can. Long hours of typing and mouse use can irritate the tendons around the wrist. Small changes to your set-up, regular breaks and some strength work often help.

Do I need a GP referral?

No. You don't need a referral to book with our physiotherapists or sports therapists. If you have any of the warning signs listed on this page, please see your GP or seek urgent medical help first.

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Rather than resting and hoping it settles, get it looked at. Your assessment gives you a clear explanation of what we think is going on, a plan, and a way to measure your progress.

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Assessment

A thorough look at your history, how you move and what aggravates it, so we understand what's driving your symptoms.

Your Plan

A clear plan with realistic goals and the right mix of hands-on care and exercise for you.

Build Back Up

Progressive strength and movement work so you can get back to full activity with confidence.

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Help for wrist pain