TCM and Physiotherapy for Wrist Pain

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Compression of the median nerve as it passes through the carpal tunnel in the wrist, often due to repetitive motions, overuse, or conditions like pregnancy or arthritis. Causes pain and numbness in the hand and wrist.

Wrist Tendonitis

Inflammation of the tendons in the wrist, typically from repetitive movements, overuse, or sudden increases in activity level. Causes pain and stiffness in the wrist.

De Quervain's Syndrome

Inflammation of the tendons on the thumb side of the wrist. Causes pain and swelling at the base of the thumb.

Degeneration

As we age, our joint degenerates and causes wrist pain.

Wrist Sprains

Injuries to the ligaments supporting the wrist joint. Cause pain, swelling, and difficulty moving the wrist. Wrist sprains are often caused by falling on an outreached arm/hand or abrupt twist/hypertension of the wrist.

Wrist Fractures

Trauma or a direct blow to the wrist, leading to a break in the bones. Resulting in pain, swelling, and difficulty using the hand. Wrist fractures could be caused by falling on the arm/hand or during some sports activities.

TFCC (Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex) Tear or Injuries

Injuries to the cartilage and ligaments in the wrist. Resulting in pain, swelling, and clicking or popping sensations. There are two typical causes of TFCC tear/injuries: falling on your arm/hand or heavy force falling on your hand (i.e. bench press, shoulder press), twisting, and overrotating your wrist.

Wrist Arthritis

Both Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis can occur in the wrist, leading to pain and stiffness.

Mummy’s Wrist

Mummy’s wrist is common amongst new moms who need to perform repetitive tasks on their babies, such as picking up and holding their babies for a long time every day. Mummy’s wrist is a form of tendinitis, resulting in pain, swelling, and inflammation in the wrist tendons.