Slight sprain of the wrist, the swelling can disappear in about 1~2 weeks, if the wrist sprain is more serious, at least 3~4 weeks to disappear. 1. Slight wrist sprain: wrist sprain swelling, if there is no ligament, tendon and articular cartilage damage, just localized minor swelling and pain, indicating that the condition is relatively mild, the recovery time will be relatively short, about 1 ~ 2 weeks can be recovered. 2. Severe wrist sprain: If the swelling of wrist sprain is more serious, not only localized swelling, but also the tendons, ligaments or articular cartilage damage, the recovery time will be longer, it may be 3~4 weeks or longer, the specific recovery time varies from person to person. If you have any discomfort, you should go to the hospital as soon as possible, and the doctor will formulate an individualized diagnosis and treatment plan according to your specific condition, so as to avoid delaying your condition.