Learn About Conditions

Osteoarthritis involves the breakdown of joint cartilage that separates bones, resulting in bones rubbing together and wearing. It’s most commonly found in elderly individuals, and has a range of causes and risk factors that leaves many in danger of developing the conditions. Take a look at our handy guide to learn more about osteoarthritis and how a wrist support can help with the condition.

If a lump has appeared on the back of the hand or near the wrist, it is possible that a ganglion cyst has formed. The fluid-filled swelling typically appears near the joint or tendon beneath the skin, and can range in size and vary in pain intensity. Read on to find out about the causes and symptoms of ganglion cysts, as well as approaches to treating them.

If you've found that the base of your thumb has become painful or tender, or if grasping or pinching things causes discomfort, there’s a chance you may be suffering from CMC arthritis. If you're worried about this condition or want to learn more about it and what can be done, our helpful guide can teach you almost everything you need to know.

De Quervain's Tenosynovitis is an inflammation of the tendons on the thumb side of the wrist that causes pain and swelling at the base of the thumb. Learn about its symptoms, discover if you are at risk of developing it and find the best treatment possible with our short guide to De Quervain's Tenosynovitis.

If you have been experiencing wrist pain for a longer period of time and it doesn't seem to be getting any better, you are most likely suffering from one of the many chronic wrist injuries. They can be defined as pain in the wrist that persists for over three months and usually cannot be traced to a single incident or cause.

Pain and swelling of the wrist usually indicate a sprain, yet if the symptoms only worsen with time, it is crucial to seek medical advice, as you may be dealing with Kienbock's disease. This comprehensive guide will help you learn all about its symptoms, progression, causes and treatment options. 

Acute wrist pain is any type of pain that is present for less than two weeks and usually has a very abrupt outbreak, often as a result of trauma. Learn about the most common acute injuries, ways to recognise and treat them with our comprehensive guide to acute wrist injuries.

Guyon's canal syndrome causes pain and discomfort in your ring and little finger, which will only worsen if left untreated. Here at Wrist Supports, we've created a handy guide on the condition so you know exactly how to treat it or even how to prevent it from occurring at all.

Gout is a type of inflammatory arthritis that affects one in 40 adults within the UK. If left untreated, the condition can lead to complications like kidney stones and permanent joint damage. At Wrist Supports, we've put together a guide so you can prevent long-term damage by treating the condition early.

A dislocated wrist is an injury that causes severe pain and an obvious deformity. If left untreated, the condition can cause permanent damage in the area and the loss of normal hand function. Here at Wrist Supports, we've put together a guide so you can find out more about the condition and what you can do to treat it.

Bursitis is a condition that can cause pain in your wrists, as well as the development of an unsightly and bulbous fluid-filled sac around your joints. Learn about causes, symptoms and treatments at WristSupports.co.uk.