10 Causes of Wrist Pain
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Cause #2: Osteoarthritis
Our joints give us the flexibility that we need to be able to move freely. They give us the dexterity we need to perform even complex tasks and our wrist joints help us to carry out activities ranging from delicate operations to heavy labor. The flexibility is aided with soft cartilage at the end of our bones that provides a cushioning barrier between different bones.
Over time, though, this protective barrier can wear down potentially leading to the bones coming into direct contact with each other. This can cause pain, swelling and a loss of mobility. This condition is known as osteoarthritis and is fairly common, particularly among older people.
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