Upper Body

Wrist & Hand Pain

Physical therapy for wrist or hand pain that affects gripping, typing, lifting, work, hobbies, or sport.

A useful first step

Understand what is limiting you.

We rely on our hands for nearly every part of the day, so wrist and hand symptoms can quickly become disruptive. Care begins by identifying the movements, loads, and positions connected to your symptoms.

Physical therapy does not start with a generic exercise sheet. It starts with your history, a focused examination, and a clear discussion about what you want to do more comfortably or confidently.

Common concerns

How this may show up.

  • Pain with gripping, pushing, lifting, or carrying
  • Symptoms during typing, tools, crafts, or repetitive work
  • Stiffness, weakness, tingling, or reduced dexterity
  • Difficulty returning after a sprain, fracture, or surgery

A focused evaluation

What we may look at.

  • Wrist, hand, elbow, and shoulder movement
  • Grip strength and task tolerance
  • Sensation and nerve-related symptoms
  • Work, sport, and hobby mechanics

How physical therapy may help

A plan built around function.

Your treatment plan may combine education, movement, progressive exercise, and hands-on care. What is included depends on the examination and how you respond.

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Activity and ergonomic adjustments

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Mobility and progressive strengthening

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Hands-on care when appropriate

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A measured return to gripping and loading

This page is general education, not a diagnosis or an individual treatment plan. Physical therapy is not emergency care. Call 911 or seek urgent medical help for emergency symptoms.

Questions about wrist & hand pain

What patients often want to know.

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Can I start physical therapy before I know the exact diagnosis?

A physical therapist can evaluate many movement-related concerns without imaging first. If the history or examination suggests you need another medical evaluation, your therapist should explain that and help you choose the appropriate next step.

How long will recovery take?

Timelines depend on the cause, severity, duration, health history, goals, and response to care. After your evaluation, your therapist can outline early milestones and update the plan as your function changes.

What should I do before my appointment?

Write down when your symptoms began, which activities change them, and what you hope to return to. Wear clothing that allows comfortable movement and bring relevant insurance, referral, imaging, or surgical information.

Accepting new patients

Ready to take the next step?

Tell us what is getting in the way. We’ll help you find the right starting point.

Call (801) 894-6282 Text for an appointment Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–5:00 PM