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Suggest Treatment For Persistent Cramps In Hands
Question: Periodically I have cramping in my hands to t he point I have to take the other hand to open it . This has been an on going thing for 10-15. on B12 inj cc monthly . It is painful until i get it open which is a ver short time. .. But i wondered what causes. neurogolical, muscualr. I do get chiopracter sometime to work on the spine between shoulders ?
Brief Answer:
Due to compression of cervical nerve root there can be cramping in your han
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have studied your case.
Due to compression of cervical nerve root there can be cramping in your hand.
MRI cervical spine will help in diagnosis
For these symptoms analgesic and neurotropic medication like pregabalin can be started consulting your doctor.
Till time, avoid lifting weights, Sit with support to neck. You can consult physiotherapist for help.
Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief.
I will advise to check your vit D3 level.
Continue injection B12.
If nerve compression becomes symptomatically severe then surgical decompression will give permanent relief.
Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. If you are satisfied with answer do not hesitate to rate this answer at end of discussion.
Wishing you good health.
Take care.
Due to compression of cervical nerve root there can be cramping in your han
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have studied your case.
Due to compression of cervical nerve root there can be cramping in your hand.
MRI cervical spine will help in diagnosis
For these symptoms analgesic and neurotropic medication like pregabalin can be started consulting your doctor.
Till time, avoid lifting weights, Sit with support to neck. You can consult physiotherapist for help.
Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief.
I will advise to check your vit D3 level.
Continue injection B12.
If nerve compression becomes symptomatically severe then surgical decompression will give permanent relief.
Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. If you are satisfied with answer do not hesitate to rate this answer at end of discussion.
Wishing you good health.
Take care.
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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