4. Rheumatoid arthritis is one of the causes of having wrist pain.
Rheumatoid arthritis usually affects the wrist. When it affects one wrist, the one other usually becomes affected as well.
Rheumatoid arthritis occurs when the immune system attacks its own tissues. When it comes to treating rheumatoid arthritis, you don’t want to put ice on it because it’ll make the pain worse. You’ll want to use a heating pad or rub heat salve on it.
Rheumatoid arthritis will cause you to limit your activities. When an episode occurs, you won’t be able to complete your activity. There is no cure for rheumatoid arthritis, but it can be managed with medication and physiotherapy.
A wrist splint may be an option, but the pain may still be there even when wearing it. The best thing you can do for yourself is to let your wrist rest until the pain goes away.