Persistent Wrist Pain in Delivery Riders from Clutching Handlebars and Shifting Gears

Q1: Why do delivery riders often develop wrist pain?
A1: Continuous clutching handlebars and shifting gears places strain on the wrist tendons, joints, and muscles. Over time, this repetitive motion can cause persistent pain, reduced grip strength, and difficulty controlling the vehicle safely.

Q2: What are the common symptoms in this group?
A2: Symptoms include aching, stiffness, sharp pain during riding, weakness, and swelling. Chronic wrist pain can reduce confidence while riding, increase fatigue, and impact daily activities.

Q3: What short-term or common remedies do delivery riders usually try first?
A3: Many try:

• Wrist braces or supports for temporary stabilization.
• Plasters or topical analgesic gels to relieve soreness.
• NSAIDs or COX-2 inhibitors for short-term pain relief.
• Acupuncture or massage for tension relief.
• Physiotherapy focusing on strengthening, stretching, and mobility.

These methods may provide temporary relief but often do not fully address repetitive strain from riding.

Q4: How does The Pain Relief Clinic approach wrist pain differently?
A4: The Pain Relief Clinic emphasizes non-invasive technology, such as HotHeal Therapy, shockwave therapy, and guided physiotherapy to reduce pain, restore wrist function, and prevent recurrence. Their stress-free process ensures quick access to diagnostics like MRI. Eligible Singaporeans, permanent residents, and some international patients may use cashless service, removing upfront financial stress and allowing riders to focus on recovery.

Q5: How can wrist pain affect a delivery rider’s life?
A5: Chronic pain can limit riding ability, grip strength, and delivery efficiency, and may reduce participation in other physical activities. Emotional effects include frustration, anxiety about injury, and decreased confidence on the road.

Q6: Who is this treatment most suitable for?
A6: This approach is ideal for delivery riders, couriers, and motorcycle riders experiencing persistent wrist pain from prolonged clutching and gear shifting, who want non-invasive, effective relief with stress-free cashless service, restoring comfort, mobility, and safety on the road.