Question 1

why does my wrist hurt after 4 hours straight of typing?

Accepted Answer

Stress on the joint: Your technique and work space may need some adjustment, try to find ergonomic furniture, such as your desk and chair as well as your electronic equipment like the keyboard. You might want to try wearing wrist splints while typing and see if that helps. Taking a break every 2 hours would probably also be helpful.
If it doesn't get better see your family physician or orthopedist.

Question 2

how do i get rid of wrist pain? complained for 2 weeks but boss wont let me stop typing for 12 hours per day.

Accepted Answer

Change the job: If your job involves typing for 12 hrs a day it is too much stress on your wrist joint, . Can you run 12 hrs a day? First rest  to recuperate, see your physician for some pain medications, splinting of wrist  for couple of wks, . If these measures fails you will need conduction studies to rule out carpal, it tunnel syndrome.

Question 3

i have been having wrist pain during and after typing. what is wrong?

Accepted Answer

Carpal tunnel: It is most likely carpal tunnel syndrome and can probably be treated with wrist supports and a cushion under your forearms when typing.  Seek a consult with a qualified hand surgeon.

Question 4

what can i do to minimize wrist pain from typing?

Accepted Answer

Splints and position: Most wrist pain from typing is caused by poor positioning and movement of the wrist. You should wear straight wrist splints and adjust the height of the keyboard so your elbows are bent at 90 degrees. Also use a keyboard not just a laptop.

Question 5

how to cure wrist pain and discomfort when typing?

Accepted Answer

Wrist pain: There may not be a cure if you do daily constant typing. You can try a wrist pad for your computer keyboard. Also try increasing your seat height which can relieve stress to the wrist.

Question 6

what's the best way to relieve wrist pain from typing too much?

Accepted Answer

Breaks: Frequent breaks and occasional icing can help with typing related wrist pain. An ergonomic workstation, keyboard and mouse are also essential to prevent other injuries as well.

Question 7

how can i reduce back, neck and wrist pain from computer, typing and desk work?

Accepted Answer

Stretch and Movement: Use good posture/ ergonomics when sitting at the desk performing work related activities. Regularly move your neck, shoulders, back and limbs through various positions as a quick range of motion exercise. Occasional stretches of the muscles in these areas will keep them from becoming too tense which can lead to pain.

Question 8

diagnosis of wrist pain with normal ct scan, increase with exercise, stress and typing .

Accepted Answer

MRI suggested: Ct scan is optimized for evaluating the bony structures, while MRI (or MRI arthrography) is optimized for looking at soft tissues structures.  As such, a negative ct scan may not exclude all causes of wrist pain.

You can read more about both here:

http://www.Conciergeradiologist.Com/ct-scan.Html
and
http://www.Conciergeradiologist.Com/mri-scan.Html.

Question 9

please explain why does my wrist hurt only when it gets cold out?

Accepted Answer

Reactive changes: Cold can trigger pseudo motor changes such as vascular constriction resulting in an exacerbation of  pain, particularly with inflammatory overuse disorders or fractures.

Question 10

why does my wrist hurt? no swelling.

Accepted Answer

Several reasons: Pain in the wrist without swelling can come from several areas. If this pain is persistent despite some rest and anti inflammatories then an evaluation with a proper exam and imaging such as X-rays can help determine the cause and treatment options.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Why does my wrist hurt after 4 hours straight of typing

A member asked:

Why does my wrist hurt after 4 hours straight of typing?

A member asked:

How do i get rid of wrist pain? complained for 2 weeks but boss wont let me stop typing for 12 hours per day.

A member asked:

I have been having wrist pain during and after typing. what is wrong?

A member asked:

What can i do to minimize wrist pain from typing?

A member asked:

How to cure wrist pain and discomfort when typing?

A member asked:

What's the best way to relieve wrist pain from typing too much?

A member asked:

How can i reduce back, neck and wrist pain from computer, typing and desk work?

A member asked:

Diagnosis of wrist pain with normal ct scan, increase with exercise, stress and typing .

A member asked:

Please explain why does my wrist hurt only when it gets cold out?

A member asked:

Why does my wrist hurt? no swelling.

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?