Why your wrist hurts after a crash
Most drivers are gripping the wheel hard at the moment of impact. That braced position sends the force of the crash straight into the wrists and forearms, which can sprain the ligaments or strain the tendons. A deploying airbag can also strike the hands and wrists. The result is often pain and swelling that builds over the next day.
Symptoms we check for
General education — not a diagnosis. We evaluate first.
- Wrist pain or swelling, worse with movement
- Weak or painful grip
- Pain bending the wrist or turning the forearm
- Tingling or numbness in the hand or fingers
- Bruising or tenderness over the wrist
- Pain that set in a day or two after the crash
Tingling or numbness in the fingers can mean a nerve is involved — worth getting checked promptly.
Why a same-week exam matters
Insurers and attorneys look at the gap between your crash and your first visit. A prompt exam documents the injury — what hurts and when it started — in plain language, while it's clearly connected to the accident.
We don't promise outcomes. We tell you what we see, in writing.
How we help with wrist & hand injuries
Every plan starts with an exam. For the soft-tissue side of a wrist or hand injury, we use:
- Soft-tissue therapy and therapeutic stretching for the wrist and forearm
- Electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) and moist heat to ease pain and swelling
- Gentle joint work to restore movement
- Rehab exercises to rebuild grip strength and motion
We also know our limits. If the exam suggests a fracture or a problem that needs imaging or a hand specialist, we tell you and refer you out — and we still document it for your claim.
What this costs you
Most patients pay $0 at the visit. With active Minnesota no-fault (PIP), we verify benefits and bill your auto insurer directly. Working with an attorney? We bill on lien when appropriate. No coverage? We tell you a transparent number before you book.
Schedule your free consultation
Leave your name and number and we'll call to lock in your free consultation during business hours (Mon–Fri 9a–12p & 2–6p). After hours, we follow up the next morning. Your information stays with the clinic.
⏱ Typical response time during business hours: 1–2 hours. In a hurry? Call (651) 202-3178 directly.