If you are wondering how to tell if your wrist is sprained, look for some of the following symptoms : Pain Swelling Warm feeling Tenderness Popping or tearing feeling Bruising Reduced range of motion Weakness The only way to know that you have a sprain is to get a consultation for orthopaedic treatment. When you arrive our trained professionals will give you a physical exam. If needed, the doctor may also recommend one of the following tests: X-ray MRI Arthrogram, a type of x-ray or MRI done with dye Arthroscopy: done with a very small camera inserted during a minimally invasive surgery If you are diagnosed with a sprain, it will be classified into one of three grades: Grade I: Minor ligament  damage Grade II: Moderate ligament  damage, a sense of looseness, and limited functionality Grade III: Completely torn ligament, severe looseness of the joint, and complete loss of functionality.