Warning

Please see list of red flags

Assessment

Signs & symptoms

  • Pain at end ranges of wrist extension
  • Decreased grip strength/pain with grasping objects
  • Possible Carpal tunnel symptoms
  • Generalized wrist pain.

Risk factors

  • History or fall on hand or strain.

When & how to refer

ED acutely

Subacute urgent Orthopaedics.

Editorial Information

Next review date: 01/10/2027

Author(s): Reid J.

Version: 01.0

Approved By: Trauma & Orthopaedics Acute Governance