Joint inflammation can cause significant discomfort in the body. A prominent inflammation point is the wrist. This condition is known as arthritis and can interfere with movement of the wrist and hands. This problem causes pain of varied levels and should be treated as soon as possible. Although arthritis can attack the body at any age, a large number of people over the age of 65 have problems with arthritis. The pain and stiffness may feel better with activity but the pain never completely goes away. Manipulating the hands and fingers may give you problems when you are opening a door or a bottle or using your keys. Arthritis of the wrist can create pain that makes average activities difficult – but it makes sports especially difficult.