Wrist Pain Physio Bexley North & Marrickville Grip, Type and Lift Again
Sore wrist making it hard to type, lift the kids or do a push up? Our award winning wrist pain physio team finds the cause and gets your hand working again.
- Same day appointments
- No referral needed
- Bracing and taping
- ⭐5.0 Google Rating240+ reviews
- 🏆2026 Award WinnerBayside Business Awards
- ⏱️60 Minute First VisitFind the real cause
- 💳HICAPSClaim on the spot
Wrist Pain explained
What Is Wrist Pain?
Wrist pain is pain, stiffness or weakness around the joint between your hand and forearm. It can come from a fall, irritated tendons, a pinched nerve or too much typing, lifting or pressing. The good news: most wrist pain settles well with the right diagnosis and a clear physiotherapy plan.
About 6%of adults report wrist pain in any given weekSource: BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders, 2019
Does This Sound Like You?
- Pain when you push up from a chair
- Typing and phone use make it ache
- Sore lifting your baby or carrying bags
- Push ups, planks and presses hurt
- Clicking, weakness or a swollen wrist
- Pins and needles in your fingers at night
Who we help with wrist pain
- 💻Desk and phone workers
- 👶New parents
- 🏋️Gym goers and lifters
- 🛹Falls and sport injuries
- 🔨Tradies and Workers Comp
- 🧘Yoga and pilates lovers
Two Clinics, Same Day Appointments
Book a physio at Bexley North or Marrickville, whichever is closer to home, work or the gym. Same award winning team at both.
20 Shaw Street, Bexley North. Monday to Friday 7am to 7pm, Saturday 8am to 1pm.
Book Bexley North →Inside World Gym, 4 Carrington Road, Marrickville. Monday to Friday 8am to 7pm.
Book Marrickville →Common Causes of Wrist Pain
Wrist pain is not one thing. Your physiotherapist works out which of these is driving yours, because each one needs a different plan.
01Wrist Sprain
Feels like: swelling and pain after landing on an outstretched hand.
Stretched ligaments need protection early, then mobility and strength. We make sure a fracture has been ruled out first.
02De Quervain's Tendinopathy
Feels like: sharp pain on the thumb side of the wrist when you lift, pinch or turn your wrist.
Very common in new parents lifting and feeding. Splinting, load changes and strength work settle it.
Read about tendon pain physio →03Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Feels like: pins and needles or numbness in your thumb and fingers, often at night.
A squeezed nerve at the wrist. A night splint, nerve gliding and activity changes help most people.
04TFCC Injury
Feels like: pain on the little finger side, worse turning a key or pushing up from a chair.
The cartilage on the outside of the wrist gets strained from falls or twisting. Targeted strength and grip work help it settle.
05Gym and Pressing Pain
Feels like: pain in the back of the wrist on push ups, front squats or bench press.
Stiff or weak wrists struggle under load. We tweak your grip and build wrist strength so you keep training.
06Forearm and Elbow Overload
Feels like: aching that spreads from your forearm into the wrist when you grip or type.
Wrist pain is sometimes driven by an overloaded forearm. We check your elbow and neck so nothing is missed.
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Know the signs
Signs and Symptoms of Wrist Pain
Wrist pain looks different depending on where it sits and how it started. Here are the common signs our wrist pain physio team checks at your first visit.
- 📍
Where You Feel It
- Thumb side of the wrist
- Little finger side of the wrist
- Across the back of the wrist
- Palm side, with tingling into the fingers
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What It Feels Like
- A dull ache after typing or lifting
- A sharp pain when you twist or grip
- Stiffness bending the wrist back
- Pins and needles or numbness in the fingers
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What Makes It Worse
- Pushing up from a chair or the floor
- Push ups, planks and pressing at the gym
- Lifting and feeding a baby
- Turning keys, jars or door handles
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Other Signs to Look For
- Swelling or puffiness around the joint
- Clicking or clunking as you turn your wrist
- A weaker grip or dropping things
- Symptoms that wake you at night
Book with our physio if your wrist has hurt for more than a few days, keeps flaring with typing or lifting, or your fingers tingle at night.
Real Patient Recoveries
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Sam quickly helped relieve my acute pain and developed a plan to help prevent it from recurring, including tailoring a home exercise program that I could realistically manage alongside the busyness of life.
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Julian is so professional, attentive, and very knowledgeable. He quickly identified the issue, explained everything clearly, and created an effective treatment plan. I saw real improvement faster than expected…
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I have found the staff at Phyzfit to be highly professional. Ari has been helpful and patient With my problem. He explained the treatment plan very clearly.
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How Our Wrist Pain Physios Get You Moving
Every plan is built around your work, training and family, whether you type all day, lift little ones or press heavy at the gym.
- 1
Find the Cause
A full 60 minute assessment of your wrist, hand, elbow and neck, so we treat what is really driving the pain.
- 2
Settle the Pain
Hands on treatment, taping or a brace and simple changes to calm it down.
- 3
Build Strength
Targeted grip and wrist exercises so it can handle work, gym and family life.
- 4
Back to Life
Typing, lifting, training and sleeping without that sharp wrist pain.
Treatments we may use
- Dry needling
- Hands on therapy
- Individualised rehabilitation programming
Related conditions we treat
Your first appointment
What to Expect at Your First Wrist Pain Physio Appointment
60minutes, one on one
with your physio
Unlike many clinics, your first visit is a full 60 minutes. That time lets your physiotherapist go in depth, find the root cause and build a clear, structured plan with you.
What to wear and bring
- A short sleeve top so we can see your wrist, forearm and elbow
- Any X rays, scans, reports or referral letters you have
- Your health fund card, HICAPS lets you claim on the spot
Same day appointments available
- 0 to 10 min
Your Story
We listen to how your wrist pain started, what makes it better or worse, and what you want to get back to.
- 10 to 30 min
Full Assessment
We test movement, grip strength, nerves and the sore structures, and screen for a fracture or anything more serious.
- 30 to 40 min
Clear Explanation
You find out exactly what is causing your wrist pain, in plain English, and what recovery will look like.
- 40 to 55 min
Hands On Treatment
Hands on therapy, taping or a brace if you need it, and gentle exercises to ease your pain that same day.
- 55 to 60 min
Your Plan
A structured plan and two or three simple exercises, so you know exactly what to do next.
Free home exercises
3 Exercises for Wrist Pain You Can Start at Home
Once a fracture has been ruled out, these gentle starters help your wrist move and get stronger again. Our wrist pain physio team can tailor them to the cause of your pain.
- EXERCISE 01🖐️
Tendon Glides
- 2 sets of 10
- 3 times a day
- Start with your fingers straight, then bend them into a hook fist.
- Move through a full fist and then a straight fist with your knuckles flat.
- Return to straight fingers between each position.
✓You should feel a gentle stretch and glide through your fingers and wrist.
!Stop if you get sharp pain or pins and needles that build up.
- EXERCISE 02🔄
Active Wrist Bends
- 2 sets of 10
- 2 to 3 times a day
- Rest your forearm on a table with your hand over the edge.
- Slowly bend your wrist up, then down, as far as is comfortable.
- Turn your palm up and down to finish each round.
✓You should feel a gentle stretch at the end of each movement.
!Stop if pain sharpens or rises above about 3 out of 10.
- EXERCISE 03💪
Light Wrist Curls
- 3 sets of 12
- Every second day
- Rest your forearm on a table, palm up, holding a light weight or water bottle.
- Curl your wrist up slowly, then lower over three seconds.
- Repeat with your palm facing down.
✓You should feel the muscles in your forearm working and tiring.
!Stop if wrist pain rises above about 3 out of 10 or lasts into the next day.
Also helps
🖐️Keep It Gently MovingSlow, pain free wrist circles and finger stretches a few times a day stop it from stiffening up.
💻Set Up Your DeskKeep your wrists straight and relaxed when you type, and take a short break every 30 minutes.
🧊Ice After Busy DaysIce for 10 to 15 minutes eases swelling and soreness after work, lifting kids or training.
This advice is general in nature and is not a substitute for a proper assessment. Speak to a physiotherapist or your doctor before starting, and stop if your pain increases. If you notice any of the red flags on this page, see a doctor first.
How Long Does Wrist Pain Take to Get Better?
Every wrist is different, but this is what recovery usually looks like with a physiotherapist guiding you.
- First 1 to 2 weeks
Protect and Settle
Taping, a brace if needed and smart changes calm the pain. Typing, sleeping and daily tasks start to feel easier.
- Weeks 2 to 6
Move and Strengthen
Mobility and grip strength come back. Lifting, carrying and lighter training feel better week by week.
- Weeks 6 to 12
Back to Full Load
Push ups, pressing, tools and sport return, with a plan that keeps the pain from coming back.
Fractures, nerve problems or pain that has lasted months can take longer. Your physio will give you your own timeline at your first visit, or call (02) 8021 0969 to ask.
?Quick answers
Wrist Pain Quick Answers
Short answers to what people search most about wrist pain, from our physios in Bexley North and Marrickville.
Should I use ice or heat for wrist pain?
Ice for swelling
Use ice for 15 to 20 minutes if your wrist is swollen or recently injured. Heat can ease stiffness from overuse or arthritis. Either is fine for comfort while you start gentle exercises.
Do I have carpal tunnel syndrome?
Tingling is a clue
Carpal tunnel often causes tingling or numbness in the thumb and first fingers, especially at night. Our physio Bexley North team can test for it and help with splints, exercises and advice.
Can typing cause wrist pain?
It can contribute
Long hours of typing or mouse use with bent wrists can irritate tendons. Keep your wrists straight, rest your forearms and take regular breaks. Small changes often make a big difference.
What exercises help wrist pain?
Gentle range, then strength
Wrist circles and gentle bends come first, then grip work and light wrist curls. Our physio Marrickville team picks exercises that suit your injury and gets you back to work, sport and lifting.
Why does my wrist hurt on the thumb side?
De Quervain's, often
Pain on the thumb side of the wrist, worse when gripping or lifting a baby, is often De Quervain's tenosynovitis. Easing aggravating tasks, a splint and exercises usually help.
Why does my wrist click?
Usually harmless
Painless clicking is common and usually nothing to worry about. If the clicking comes with pain, weakness or a feeling of the wrist giving way, get it assessed by a physio.
When to See a Physio, a Doctor, or Get a Scan
Most wrist pain is not serious, but knowing the warning signs matters. Here is how your physiotherapist decides what you need.
✓Book a Physio If
These are the most common reasons people see us.
- Wrist pain has lasted more than a few days
- Typing, lifting or pressing keeps flaring it
- You get pins and needles in your fingers at night
- It stops you working, training or caring for the kids
!See a GP or Hospital Now If
These red flags need urgent medical care.
- Your wrist looks deformed or you cannot move it after a fall
- Pain and swelling at the base of the thumb after a fall
- Fingers that turn pale, cold or blue
- Numbness or weakness in your hand that is getting worse
- A hot, red, swollen wrist, especially with a fever
?Do You Need a Scan?
Most wrist pain without a fall does not need one.
- After a fall with thumb side pain, an X ray rules out a scaphoid fracture, which can hide on the first X ray
- We refer for an ultrasound, MRI or nerve tests only if you are not improving as expected
- If you need one, we liaise with your GP or specialist for you
Unsure if it is urgent? Call (02) 8021 0969
Your options
Why See a Physio First for Wrist Pain?
Waiting it out, painkillers and massage can all take the edge off. Physiotherapy finds the cause and builds a wrist that stays strong.
Questions first? Call (02) 8021 0969
🏆 2026 Award Winner
Meet Your Award Winning Wrist Pain Physios
Winners of Outstanding Health Improvement Services at the Bayside Local Business Awards 2026, treating wrist pain in Bexley North and Marrickville every week.
Julian De Rosa
Physiotherapist Head physio for Fraser Park FC with a Master of Physiotherapy. Has competed in ICN natural bodybuilding and is passionate about helping people with lower back pain and chronic pain.
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Sam Nunan
Physiotherapist Head physio for the Wests Tigers reserve grade team in the NSW Cup, and formerly with the Canterbury Bulldogs junior pathways. Loves powerlifting, cricket and rugby league.
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Ari Moushis
Physiotherapist An Ironman triathlete who is excellent with runners, cyclists and swimmers, with a background in powerlifting, tennis and golf.
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Easy Ways to Access Wrist Pain Physio
Claim your wrist pain physiotherapy on the spot with HICAPS and your health fund, or use a Medicare care plan, DVA, Workers Comp or CTP.
- 💳Private Health InsuranceAll major health funds. Claim on the spot if you have extras cover.
- 🩺Medicare Care PlanHave a GP care plan? Bring it along and we'll handle the rest.
- 🎖️DVAVeterans with a DVA referral are bulk billed.
- 👷Workers CompensationSIRA approved. We liaise with your doctor and insurer.
- 🚗Car Accident (CTP)SIRA approved CTP physiotherapy after a road accident.
- 🤝NDISSelf managed and plan managed participants welcome.
Not sure if you're covered? Call (02) 8021 0969 and we'll check for you.
Before You Book
Wrist Pain Physio Questions, Answered
Quick answers about wrist pain physio in Bexley North and Marrickville. Still unsure? Call us on (02) 8021 0969 and we'll help you out.
Physio Bexley North
20 Shaw Street, Bexley North NSW 2207
Monday to Friday 7am to 7pm
Saturday 8am to 1pm
Physio Marrickville
4 Carrington Road, inside World Gym, Marrickville NSW 2204
Monday to Friday 8am to 7pm
A mild sprain or strain often settles in 2 to 6 weeks. Tendon and nerve problems can take 6 to 12 weeks, and your physiotherapist will give you a clear timeline at your first visit.
No. You can book straight in at Bexley North or Marrickville. You only need a referral for a Medicare care plan, DVA, Workers Compensation or CTP.
Short term protection with a brace or tape can help, but long rest makes the wrist stiff and weak. We show you what is safe to do now and build it back up step by step.
If your wrist is very swollen, bruised or tender at the base of the thumb after a fall, get an X ray first to rule out a fracture. Some scaphoid fractures do not show on the first X ray, so ongoing pain needs a recheck.
A brace can help in the short term, especially at night for carpal tunnel. We will tell you when to wear it and when to wean off.
Usually, yes, with some changes. We adjust grips, push ups and pressing so you keep training while your wrist recovers.
Your first visit is a full 60 minutes, one on one. That gives us time to find the real cause and build a clear, structured plan.
Yes. We have HICAPS at both clinics, so you can claim on the spot. We also see Medicare care plan, DVA, Workers Compensation and CTP patients.
Ready to Feel Like Yourself Again?
Same day wrist pain physio in Bexley North and Marrickville, no referral needed, and an award winning team in your corner.
Find Your Wrist Pain Physio
Two award winning clinics. Bexley North for Kingsgrove, Earlwood, Bardwell Park, Bexley and Rockdale. Marrickville inside World Gym for Dulwich Hill, Sydenham, Petersham, Tempe and the Inner West.
Physio Bexley North
20 Shaw Street, Bexley North NSW 2207
Monday to Friday 7am to 7pm, Saturday 8am to 1pm
Physio near
- Kingsgrove
- Bardwell Park
- Earlwood
- Bexley
- Rockdale
- Turrella
Physio Marrickville
4 Carrington Road, inside World Gym
Monday to Friday 8am to 7pm, private on site parking
Physio near
- Dulwich Hill
- Sydenham
- Petersham
- Newtown
- Tempe
- Enmore
Ready to Grip, Type and Lift Again?
Book a 60 minute wrist pain physiotherapy assessment in Bexley North, close to Kingsgrove, Earlwood and Bardwell Park, or Marrickville for Dulwich Hill, Sydenham and the Inner West. Same day appointments, no referral needed.
- 2026 Award Winner
- 5.0 from 240+ Google reviews
- Same day appointments
- No referral needed
- HICAPS claim on the spot
Got a Question? Contact Us
Not ready to book, or not sure if a wrist pain physio is right for you? Our admin team is happy to help.
Bexley North: Mon to Fri 7am to 7pm, Sat 8am to 1pmMarrickville: Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm