Piano wrist technique

1. How should your wrists be when playing piano?
2. Why does my wrist hurt when playing piano?

How should your wrists be when playing piano?

As you play, keep your wrists level with your hands and higher than the level of the piano keys. Beginners frequently err by allowing their wrists to sag, dropping them down below the level of the keyboard.

Why does my wrist hurt when playing piano?

The pain in the carpal tunnel is due to excess pressure in your wrist and on the median nerve. Inflammation can cause swelling. The main causes of carpal tunnel syndrome are underlying medical conditions and repetitive movement.