Wrist & Hand Pain Treatment in Barnsley
Our hands and wrists are involved in almost everything we do, so pain here affects work, hobbies and daily life quickly. Wrist and hand pain can come from the joints, the tendons or the nerves, and getting the right diagnosis is the first step to the right treatment. At Function First, our Barnsley physiotherapists assess what is causing your symptoms and build a plan to settle them.
Condition
What causes wrist and hand pain?
Wrist and hand pain has many possible causes, and pinning down the right one guides everything that follows. Common causes include:
- Repetitive strain and tendon problems from gripping, typing or lifting
- Carpal tunnel syndrome, where a nerve is compressed at the wrist
- Sprains and ligament injuries after a fall or an awkward movement
- De Quervain's, a tendon problem on the thumb side of the wrist
- Arthritis affecting the wrist or the small joints of the hand
- Symptoms referred from the neck or elbow
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Common wrist and hand symptoms
- Pain with gripping, twisting or weight bearing through the hand
- Pins and needles or numbness in the fingers
- A weak grip, or dropping things
- Swelling or stiffness in the wrist or fingers
- Pain at the base of the thumb
- Symptoms that are worse at night, common with carpal tunnel
When to seek urgent help: after a fall with severe pain, obvious deformity or an inability to move the wrist, or if you develop sudden, significant numbness or weakness in the hand, seek prompt medical assessment.
Physiotherapy for wrist and hand pain in Barnsley
After a thorough assessment, treatment through our physiotherapy in Barnsley usually combines hands on treatment with specific exercises to restore movement, strength and grip. Where a splint or a change to how you use the hand would help, we will advise on that too, and we will let you know if onward referral is the right step.
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Why Choose Function First
- Barnsley's only purpose built physiotherapy gym
- An education first approach, so you understand your symptoms and how to manage them
- Regular check ins, a dedicated rehab app and support between sessions
- Chartered, HCPC registered physiotherapists
- A 5.0 rated clinic trusted across Barnsley
Team
Meet the team
Your care is led by our team of chartered physiotherapists, including founder Thomas Harley-Blake (MCSP), who is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). You can read more about our physiotherapists and their experience.
Book wrist and hand pain treatment in Barnsley
If wrist or hand pain is affecting your grip, your work or your daily life, we can help. Book an appointment online or contact the clinic and we will help you move better.
FAQ’s
Frequently asked questions
Can physiotherapy help carpal tunnel syndrome?
Yes. Many milder to moderate cases improve with physiotherapy, activity changes and specific exercises, sometimes alongside a splint. We will advise if onward referral is needed.
Why is my hand pain worse at night?
Night symptoms, especially tingling in the fingers, are common with carpal tunnel and can often be eased with simple changes and the right management.
Should I wear a wrist splint?
A splint can help in certain conditions and at certain times, but it is not right for everyone or for all day use. We will advise whether and when to use one.
How long will wrist pain take to settle?
It depends on the cause. Many strains and tendon problems improve within a few weeks with the right plan, while others take longer. We will give you a realistic timeframe.
