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Wrist & hand pain & conditions

Pain in the wrist or hand may follow injury, overuse, ligament damage, fractures or other conditions affecting grip, movement and everyday function.

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01Common conditions

Common wrist & hand conditions

The most frequent causes of wrist or hand problems, how they usually show up and the treatment options that may be considered after assessment.

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Wrist fractures

Common after a fall on an outstretched hand, including fractures of the radius and the scaphoid bone.

Common signs

  • Pain and swelling after a fall
  • Tenderness at the base of the thumb
  • Deformity or reduced movement

Treatment options

  • Cast or splint
  • Surgical fixation for displaced fractures
  • Rehabilitation
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Wrist ligament injuries

Sprains and tears of the wrist ligaments, including the TFCC on the little-finger side, can cause ongoing pain and instability.

Common signs

  • Pain when leaning on the hand
  • Clicking in the wrist
  • A weaker grip

Treatment options

  • Splinting
  • Physiotherapy
  • Injections
  • Repair when needed

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Hand & finger injuries

Fractures, tendon injuries and joint injuries of the hand can affect grip and fine movement.

Common signs

  • Swelling and pain after an injury
  • Difficulty bending or straightening a finger
  • A finger that looks bent or rotated

Treatment options

  • Splinting
  • Hand therapy
  • Surgical repair when appropriate
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Nerve & tendon conditions

Conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger and De Quervain’s tenosynovitis cause pain, numbness or catching.

Common signs

  • Numbness or tingling in the fingers
  • A finger that catches or locks
  • Pain at the base of the thumb

Treatment options

  • Splinting
  • Injections
  • Minor surgical release when needed

02When to see a specialist

Signs it is time for an assessment

  • Pain that lasts more than a few weeks or keeps coming back
  • Swelling, locking, catching or giving way
  • Weakness, numbness or tingling
  • Pain that wakes you at night or limits daily activities
  • Pain after an injury, especially if it is hard to bear weight or use the limb

Urgent care: a severe injury, an obvious deformity, being unable to bear weight, or a hot, red, swollen joint with fever needs urgent medical attention.

03Our approach

Surgery isn’t always the first answer.

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    UnderstandExamination, a review of your imaging and a clear explanation of what is causing the problem.
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    Conservative careRehabilitation, activity modification and non-surgical approaches when clinically appropriate.
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    Targeted treatmentInjections, minimally invasive options and modern techniques selected according to the diagnosis.
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    Surgery when it helpsSurgical treatment is considered when it offers a clear and meaningful benefit for the patient.

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This page is general information to help you understand common orthopedic conditions. It does not replace a medical consultation, and your diagnosis and treatment options are always discussed individually.