If you’re feeling achy, tender, or swollen on the thumb-side of your wrist — especially when gripping, lifting or twisting — it might be De Quervain’s Syndrome, a common tendon condition that can seriously impact everyday activities. In this blog, we break down what De Quervain’s actually is, why it happens, common symptoms, and practical ways to ease pain and get moving again with effective physio-led strategies.

Occasionally after having a hand or wrist injury you might find your fingers become stiff. The tendon gliding exercises below are designed to help reduce stiffness and improve your hand function to return to normal activities.

The wrist (radiocarpal) joint is between the forearm bones (radius and ulna) and the eight carpal bones of the hand. Fractures can occur in any of these bones and treatment will vary depending on the location and type of fracture. The aim of this webpage is to guide you through your recovery in the most appropriate way.