The wrist can be a trouble spot. There is not a lot of fat or muscle padding the wrist, so it can be prone to injury such as in the case of a fall. However, wrist pain can also be the result of repetitive stress that causes inflammation. After all, it's one of the most active joints in the body. Because so many factors can lead to wrist pain, it's crucial to seek an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in treatment of the hand and wrist. There are a variety of conservative, minimally invasive treatments to treat conditions of the wrist, as well as surgery.