Pain Management Tips - Wrist Pain

Dos:

• Rest your wrist when you can

• Prepare an ice pack in a towel and place it on your wrist

• Stop or reduce activities that are causing the pain – for example, typing, using vibrating tools for work, or playing an instrument

• Wear a splint to support your wrist and ease pain, especially at night

• Get a soft pad to support your wrist when typing

• Use gadgets or tools to make difficult or painful tasks easier – for example, to open jars or chop vegetables

• (If any) Take off any jewellery if your hand looks swollen

• Use of painkillers like paracetamol (Disclaimer: please be aware that patients need to have consultations with their doctors / GPs / physiotherapists regarding any intake and form of medication)

Don’ts:

• Do not use ibuprofen in the first 48 hours after an injury

• Do not use heat packs or have hot baths for the first 2 to 3 days after an injury

• Do not lift heavy objects or grip anything too tightly

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Advices from the NHS - © Crown copyright