What could cause wrist pain?

There is no time limit on Carpal Tunnel as to when it starts to act up. Usually you will have some numbness and tingling in your ring finger and little finger.Some people will complain that they constantly dropping items all the time. Some Doctors will put you in a hand brace and treat you with anti inflammatory drugs like Ibuprofen. You might check with your work Occupational Health Office as this might be work related. The only True way to find out if you have Carpal Tunnel is to have a nerve conductive study called an EMG.{Electrode Myleogram}. It will tell you if the nerves in your wrist are working right. Most people end up having surgery. It is done on an out patients basis. It only takes an hour and recovery is limited. Email me if have any questions. I have had it done.