Distal Radius/Colles fracture ("wrist fracture") very common fracture involving the end of one or both forearm bones (radius/ulna). The fracture can occur from a fall to the outstretched hand, motor vehicle accident, or sports injury.

Carpal tunnel syndrome: this condition is a result of abnormal pressure on a nerve (median nerve) that crosses the palm side of the wrist. Swelling of the tendons that flex the fingers can lead to this abnormal pressure.

Scaphoid fracture or nonunion: this condition involves a fracture to one of the main bones in the wrist. Trauma to an extended wrist from a fall, car accident, or sports injury is the typical presentation.

Triangular fibrocartilage (TFCC) tear: this condition involves a traumatic or degenerative tear of the cartilage on the outside of the wrist. A fall on the outstretched hand, sports related injuries involving twisting of the wrist, or associated wrist fractures can also lead to this condition.