Hand Pain Physiotherapy Edmonton

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Precision Care for Everyday Hand Function

Is Hand Pain Holding You Back from the Things You Love?

Are you avoiding everyday tasks like opening jars, typing, or gripping your phone because of pain or stiffness?
Do you feel sharp discomfort or aching in your hands or wrists?
Are your fingers stiff in the morning or after rest?
Has a past injury to your hand never quite healed the right way?

If any of these sound familiar, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to just live with it.

At West Henday Physical Therapy, we offer Hand Pain Physiotherapy in Edmonton to help you reduce discomfort, restore mobility, and get back to using your hands with confidence.

What Causes Hand or Wrist Pain?

There are many reasons why hand or wrist pain can develop—and they’re not always linked to injury. Common causes include:

Overuse or repetitive strain (typing, texting, lifting)
Tendon inflammation or irritation
Joint degeneration or arthritis
Wrist sprains or fractures
Nerve compression (carpal tunnel, ulnar nerve issues)
Post-surgical stiffness or scar tissue
Poor wrist and hand posture from daily habits

We help you identify the root cause and build a treatment plan to restore function and reduce pain, without relying on rest alone.

What Techniques Are Used in Hand Pain Physiotherapy?

At West Henday Physical Therapy, each session is structured to address the underlying cause of your hand, wrist, or finger pain—whether it’s acute, chronic, or post-surgical. Our approach combines hands-on care with functional rehab strategies to restore movement, strength, and confidence in your hands.

Here’s how we help:

Joint Mobilization

Gentle, manual techniques are used to restore small joint mobility in the fingers, wrist, and thumb—especially helpful for stiffness after injury, arthritis, or immobilization.

Tendon Gliding & Nerve Flossing

Used for conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, or post-operative adhesions. These guided movements reduce tension around irritated tendons and compressed nerves to improve smooth motion and reduce discomfort.

Myofascial Release and Soft Tissue Therapy

Hands-on techniques to release adhesions and chronic tension in the palm, wrist, or forearm, common in overuse injuries and repetitive strain.

Grip & Dexterity Retraining

We rebuild functional hand strength and coordination through graded resistance work, fine motor drills, and practical object manipulation (e.g. pinching, grasping, and twisting).

Isolated Muscle Re-activation

Focused stimulation and movement of specific small muscles in the hand—essential after nerve injuries, tendon repairs, or long-term disuse.

Splinting & Support (when needed)

Temporary or functional splints may be recommended for protection, alignment, or to reduce strain during repetitive activities or flare-ups.

Range of Motion & Passive Stretching

Progressive mobility works for the fingers, thumb, and wrist to gently restore full movement, which is especially important after fractures, immobilization, or joint stiffness.

Taping or Kinesiology Support

Supportive taping techniques can help reduce joint strain, support weak structures, or cue proper hand positioning during recovery.

Modalities (if appropriate)

Therapeutic ultrasound, paraffin wax, or neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) are used to support healing and reduce pain in targeted areas.

Ergonomic & Functional Training

We analyze how you use your hands at work, home, or in hobbies, and teach smarter strategies to reduce strain while maintaining function.

What Conditions Can Be Treated with Hand Pain Physiotherapy?

Our Hand Pain Physiotherapy in Edmonton is designed to support people dealing with a wide range of hand and wrist concerns, including:

Nerve-related Conditions:

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Ulnar nerve compression (numbness in pinky/ring finger)
Radial nerve irritation (forearm weakness or wrist drop)

Tendon & Overuse Injuries:

De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis (thumb-side wrist pain)
Trigger Finger (snapping/clicking during movement)
Intersection Syndrome (forearm tendons rubbing near the wrist)
Tendinitis or Tenosynovitis from repetitive hand use

Joint & Bone Issues:

Osteoarthritis (especially in the thumb joint or finger knuckles)
Rheumatoid arthritis with swelling or deformity
Post-fracture stiffness or instability (hand, wrist, fingers)
Ligament sprains or joint hypermobility

Post-Surgical or Post-Trauma Rehab:

After tendon repairs, carpal tunnel release, fracture fixation, or joint fusion
Supporting range, strength, and confidence in functional tasks

Functional or Postural Issues:

Wrist or thumb strain from a poor workstation setup
Pain from gripping tools, gaming, typing, or lifting
General hand fatigue or overuse with no clear diagnosis

If you’re experiencing persistent hand pain, reduced mobility, or difficulty using your hands the way you used to, the first step toward relief is a focused assessment and personalized treatment plan.

Not Sure If It’s a Nerve, Joint, or Tendon Issue? Here’s How We Find Out

Hand pain can feel different for everyone, and knowing where it’s coming from is key to getting the right treatment. At West Henday Physical Therapy, we take time to determine whether your pain is linked to a nerve, tendon, or joint issue through a detailed assessment.

Here’s what the symptoms might tell us:

Nerve pain:

Tingling, numbness, burning, or weakness—often related to conditions like carpal tunnel or ulnar nerve compression

Joint pain:

Deep, sharp, or aching discomfort—often felt during pressure, pinching, or gripping, especially in arthritic joints

Tendon pain:

Stiffness or sharp discomfort that worsens with movement or repetitive use—common in De Quervain’s tenosynovitis, trigger finger, or after overuse

What Happens During an Assessment?

Your first session at West Henday Physical Therapy begins with a focused evaluation to understand how your hand is working—and what’s causing your discomfort.

We’ll look at:

How well your joints move and how strong your grip is
Which movements increase or ease your symptoms
Whether nerves may be involved, using tests for sensation, reflexes, and coordination
How your hand, wrist, and forearm work together during everyday tasks

This full-picture approach allows us to identify the root of the problem and build a treatment plan that’s specific to you.

Can Physiotherapy Help Even If the Pain Comes and Goes?

Yes. Intermittent wrist pain or hand tightness can be early warning signs of a larger issue. Addressing it now with guided therapy may prevent worsening symptoms, joint damage, or chronic stiffness later on.

Even if you’re not in constant pain, we can help improve flexibility, prevent flare-ups, and teach strategies to protect your hands long-term.

Take the Pressure Off Your Hands—We’re Here to Help

At West Henday Physical Therapy, we understand how much your hands do every day—and how frustrating it is when pain limits that. Whether you’re dealing with a new injury, recovering from surgery, or managing arthritis, we’re here to support your healing with hands-on care that gets results.

Book your appointment today to get started with Hand Pain Physiotherapy in Edmonton and feel the difference in every handshake, stretch, and grip.