It hurts when I flex my wrist and also my thumb. Sometimes I can grasp things without pain but other times it is painful. It has been bothering me for some time now. Anyone had a similar experience? Does anyone know what it could be or what can help? I have been wearing a brace when I sleep.
2007-03-20 04:49:57 · 7 answers · asked by Rebekah B 3 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
I have been getting those pains just randomly - I do administrative work and I'm guessing it's got to either be arthritic or carpal tunnel. The exercises I do to help is to take one hand and put it over my fingers and slowly stretch them back, and hold for a few seconds. It helps just a little bit, but most likely, that's where you're headed also. Try avoiding having your hands in the cold then hot temps (dishes, weather, etc) and just continue stretching until you go to the doc's and really find out what it is.
2007-03-20 04:55:33 · answer #1 · answered by HappilyEverAfter 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most likely reason is RSI (repetitive strain injury) this is caused by constantly using the same actions ( ie typing or shovelling) and is very common.
About all you can do is take painkillers and wear a support and try to rest it as much as possible.
I used to have a lot of trouble with it in my elbows ( from mucking out stables) and that is what the doctor told me, he also gave me ibuprofen.
You could try to notice the way that you do things and see if they are changeable in order to reduce the strain.
If it is caused by something you do at work it is classed as an industrial injury but I don't know if you would be able to make a claim for it.
Good luck
2007-03-20 05:06:39 · answer #2 · answered by Debi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could have nerve damage that can cause carpal tunnel syndrome or tendinitis. You should get an X-Ray by your primary physician or chiropractor to check it out. These conditions can be treated but very difficult to cure all of the way. Put ice on it in the mean time to stop any inflammation 2-3x per day with 15-20min sessions.
2007-03-20 06:20:25 · answer #3 · answered by C-No Evil 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are having these symptoms:
weakness in one or both hands
numbness or tingling in the thumb and next two or three fingers of one or both hands
numbness or tingling of the palm of the hand
wrist or hand pain in one or both hands
pain extending to the elbow
impaired fine finger movements (coordination) in one or both hands
weak grip or difficulty carrying bags (a common complaint)
atrophy of the muscular bulge under the thumb (in advanced or chronic cases)
Then it is carpal tunnel syndrome which is mainly cause by typing.
2007-03-20 05:01:16 · answer #4 · answered by Child of God 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-01 05:35:58 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First off it could be carpul tunnel (not sure if spelled right) My mom had the same thing i would go to the doctor right away. Its not something life threating but may need surgery to fix.
2007-03-20 04:55:24 · answer #6 · answered by Skyline 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it could be arthiritis,,check with your doctor to be for sure
2007-03-20 05:09:40 · answer #7 · answered by jis_kids 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋