I am on my third pregnancy and only 3 months into it. They are already hurting me very badly. Any suggestions?
2006-07-16 07:47:21 · 7 answers · asked by mememe 4 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
No really? Don't you think I have seen my Dr. over this? All they can do is fit me for arm braces. I am wanting someone who has any other ideas. I have seen my Dr. I am not stupid. SOOOO any other advice is really appreciated.
2006-07-16 07:58:47 · update #1
Not trying to be ugly, I was just in so much pain last year even with the braces, I am dreading this year. I could barely feed myself because I couldnt hold on to silverware.....
2006-07-16 08:01:32 · update #2
I also had carpal tunnel during my pregnancy. I know this might sound discouraging since I know it's very painful but, the only thing that cures it is actually having the baby. After that the swelling goes down. Mine was so bad during my third trimester that I couldn't even make a fist or pick up a gallon of milk. It took about a month after having the baby before mine was completely gone. My doctor told me the only thing I could take while I was pregnant was Tylenol. You might even want to talk to your doctor about the special wrist bands they make for carpal tunnle now. I would definitley discuss it with the doctor.
2006-07-16 07:57:39 · answer #1 · answered by rodam r 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
When an arm brace doesn't work, a doctor can inject cortisone (or other steroids) into the joint to reduce the swelling. It's minimally invasive and I've heard it can really ease the pain for severe cases. They might also proscribe a strong anti-imflammatory deemed safe for pregnancy. Also recommend alternating hot and cold compresses.
You might also look into something called the "Carpal Tunnel Solution" (no surgery, injections or drugs) developed for pregnant women by Dr. Morgan.
2006-07-16 08:14:06 · answer #2 · answered by Veritas 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Carpal tunnel is a build up of junk in your wrist usually from repetitive motion. Health magnets should help relieve the pain. http://www.yourwellnesshome.net/images/Weintraub_CTS.pdf
Our cells are charged positive and negative and when influenced by the magnet, it must move. Therefore, circulation is improved. The tingling is due to lack of circulation in the extremities.
Try one of the cheap magnetic bracelets first at the swap meet and if that doesn't work, try one of the more expensive health magnets http://www.yourwellnesshome.net/elastomag.html
Surgery should be a last resort
2006-07-17 17:59:31 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
See a dr
2006-07-16 07:52:35 · answer #4 · answered by Coast2CoastChat.com 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had that with my first pregnancy and i used to put warm towels on my wrists and hands.
2006-07-16 07:53:10 · answer #5 · answered by Zahra 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try a brace.. cool wash cloth ..frozen peas/corn and ask your dr the next time u go see him/her
2006-07-16 07:53:22 · answer #6 · answered by cailey17 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
unfortunatley no, its a side effect of pregnancy, limit time typing
2006-07-16 08:00:03 · answer #7 · answered by s 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋