Why does my wrist hurt so much after I get off work?

Since many of the tasks that we perform at work require the use of our hands, wrist pain can make doing our job painful. When your wrist hurts, even simple tasks can become uncomfortable. That’s why you shouldn’t ignore wrist pain when you experience it. There are several different conditions that can cause wrist pain. 

Are you wondering why your wrist hurts? Learn about some possible causes of your wrist pain and how physical therapy can help alleviate your pain.

Possible reasons why your wrist hurts

There are many different conditions that could be making your wrist hurt. These conditions can become agitated at work, causing your pain to flare up. Some of the most common conditions include:

• Wrist injury — Even if the injury is not fresh, a wrist injury can cause wrist pain after you think it’s healed. Sprains and strains to the wrist can lead to chronic wrist pain. If you experience tendinitis, then the pain could be recurring. A wrist injury can be worsened if you move your wrist or put stress on it while on the job, even if you’re just typing at a keyboard.

• Arthritis — Arthritis occurs when the joints become inflamed. There are few different causes of arthritis, but the most common is wear and tear. This is known as osteoarthritis and can affect the wrist as well as any other joint. The breakdown of cartilage in the joints causes excess friction between the bones, which can be very painful. This condition can become worsened by excess motion at work. 

• Carpal tunnel syndrome — Carpal tunnel syndrome is a chronic condition that occurs when the median nerve becomes irritated. This usually happens due to a swelling in the wrist. This can cause pain, but other symptoms might include numbness or tingling. Moving your wrist at work can further irritate the median nerve, which may contribute to wrist pain. 

Excel Sports & Physical Therapy is ready to treat your wrist pain 

When your wrist pain is worsened by doing your job, it can be a frustrating experience. Our team of experts at Excel Sports & Physical Therapy is ready to help reduce your wrist pain and make working easier. Our physical therapists are prepared to build you a personalized treatment plan to manage your wrist condition and strengthen it to prevent further pain after work.

Contact our team today for more information about wrist treatments or to schedule an initial appointment.