Wrist pain

Wrist pain

Sprain, tenosynovitis and wear – the causes of wrist pain are varied. It is felt when the wrist is leaned on, gripped and rotated – on either side. The type of pain and treatment options differ. Get an overview of “wrist pain”.

Wrist pain caused by tenosynovitis

Wrist pain caused by tenosynovitis

Monotonous movement sequences and intensive strain, for example when using a computer or exercising, can lead to excessive strain of the tendon sheaths in the wrist. If the protective sheaths in which the tendons move – the tendon sheaths – become inflamed, your wrist hurts, for example when you lean on it or press on the affected area with your finger. What can you do?

What can you do against tenosynovitis?
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Which doctors treat hand pain?

Your Family Doctor is your first point of contact for all health issues. They will refer you to a specialist for the treatment of joint diseases: an orthopaedist.

Continue to the orthopaedist