Causes, tendinitis, resources and physiotherapy exercises
Wrist and hand pain is a common problem that can affect daily activities, work tasks and sports participation. In addition, tendinitis affecting the wrist and thumb is one of the most frequent causes of pain in this area.
Because of the complexity of the wrist and hand, different structures such as tendons, muscles, ligaments, joints and nerves may be involved in the development of symptoms.
When wrist or hand pain occurs, it is common to experience difficulties with:
- Gripping objects.
- Lifting weights.
- Opening jars or bottles.
- Writing for extended periods.
- Using a mobile phone or computer.
- Performing repetitive movements with the hand or thumb.
However, not all wrist and hand pain has the same cause. Different conditions can produce similar symptoms and, for this reason, generic or random exercises do not always provide good results.
In physiotherapy, understanding the possible cause of the problem first allows for a more appropriate selection of exercises and a more specific recovery strategy.
ANTONIO
I am Antonio, a physiotherapist specialising in musculoskeletal conditions and the founder of PhysioCareHub.
Our philosophy is simple: understand the problem before trying to solve it.
For this reason, we have developed a Complete Wrist and Hand Assessment that can help you better understand your symptoms and choose the most appropriate protocol for your situation.
Complete Wrist and Hand Assessment
If you are experiencing wrist or hand pain but are not sure what may be causing it, we recommend starting with our Complete Wrist and Hand Assessment.
Through simple questions, guided photographs and videos, you will be able to analyze different aspects of the wrist and hand and better understand the possible origin of your symptoms.
The goal is not simply to perform exercises, but to help you choose the most appropriate protocol for your specific situation.
📖 Don’t worry if this PDF contains several pages
Everyone experiences pain differently, which is why this programme includes several rehabilitation protocols.
After completing the guided self-assessment, you’ll be able to identify the section that best matches your symptoms and go directly to the exercises and recommendations designed for your specific situation.
This way, you can focus only on the information that is most relevant to you, without having to read the entire document.
Free Specific Protocols
If you already have a fairly good idea of what may be causing your pain, or if you have already received a diagnosis, you can also access our free specific protocols.
On the corresponding page, you will find additional information, 5 simple screening questions to help you determine whether you identify with that condition, and a free physiotherapy exercise protocol.
We currently offer the following free specific protocol:
De Quervain’s Tendinitis
Do you experience pain at the base of the thumb or on the thumb side of the wrist, especially when gripping objects, lifting items or moving your thumb?
Support
If you have any questions, need more information, or simply are not sure which option is best for you, we are here to help.
You can contact us at:
support@physiocarehub.eu
We will reply as soon as possible.
You are not alone in this process.
Antonio
PhysioCareHub