Wrist pain can manifest in various ways. The symptoms can range from mild discomfort to severe pain that can limit your ability to move.

• Discomfort and aching: This is often the first symptom of wrist issues. The discomfort may be constant or intermittent, and it often worsens when you move your wrist or at the end of the day.
• Pain during certain movements: You may experience pain when you move your wrist in certain ways or perform certain activities.
• Swelling: This is caused by inflammation in the joint. It can make the joint feel warm to the touch and can restrict the joint's range of motion.
• Decreased range of motion: Over time, the inflammation and damage caused by wrist issues can make it difficult to move the affected joints.

Treatment for wrist pain aims to control pain, minimize joint damage, and improve or maintain function and quality of life. The treatment plan will depend on the cause of your wrist pain.

• Rest: Resting your wrist can help to reduce inflammation and speed up recovery. However, it's important not to rest too much as this can lead to stiffness and weakness.
• Medication: Over-the-counter pain relievers and anti-inflammatory medications can help to reduce pain and swelling. In some cases, prescription medications may be necessary.
• Physical therapy: A physical therapist can teach you exercises to help improve flexibility and strength, and to reduce pain.
• Surgery: In some cases, surgery may be necessary to repair damage to the wrist.
• Exercises to improve strength and flexibility: These can help to reduce pain and improve joint function. Specific exercises can include strengthening of the wrist muscles, stretching and mobility exercises, and core stabilisation exercises.
• Advice on managing daily activities: This can include learning new ways to do everyday tasks, such as cooking or cleaning, to reduce strain on affected joints.
• Assistance with pain management: This can include learning relaxation techniques or other methods to help manage pain.