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What Causes Numbness And Tingling Sensation In The Fingers?

I was twisting a lid off a small bottle and felt a pop in the palm of my hand followed my tingling and numbness in my middle two fingers . I than noticed I could feel a small lump in my palm that was not there before . Now I m having numbness on and off and trouble grasping things with those fingers
Mon, 10 Apr 2017
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You seem to have what is called the Carpal tunnel syndrome

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition in which there is excessive pressure on the median nerve. This is the nerve in the wrist that allows feeling and movement to parts of the hand. Carpal tunnel syndrome can lead to numbness, tingling, weakness, or muscle damage in the hand and fingers.

For treating it,Your provider may suggest the following:
Wearing a splint at night for several weeks. If this does not help, you may need to wear the splint during the day, as well.
Avoid sleeping on your wrists.
Placing warm and cold compresses on the affected area.
Changes you can make in your workplace to reduce the stress on your wrist include:
Using special devices, such as keyboards, different types of computer mouse, cushioned mouse pads, and keyboard drawers
Having someone review the position you are in when performing your work activities. For example, make sure the keyboard is low enough so that your wrists are not bent upward while typing. Your provider may suggest an occupational therapist.
You may also need to make changes in your work duties or home and sports activities. Some of the jobs linked with carpal tunnel syndrome include those that involve vibrating tools.
MEDICINES
Medicines used to treat carpal tunnel syndrome include nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen or naproxen. Corticosteroid injections given into the carpal tunnel area may relieve symptoms for a period of time.
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What Causes Numbness And Tingling Sensation In The Fingers?

You seem to have what is called the Carpal tunnel syndrome Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition in which there is excessive pressure on the median nerve. This is the nerve in the wrist that allows feeling and movement to parts of the hand. Carpal tunnel syndrome can lead to numbness, tingling, weakness, or muscle damage in the hand and fingers. For treating it,Your provider may suggest the following: Wearing a splint at night for several weeks. If this does not help, you may need to wear the splint during the day, as well. Avoid sleeping on your wrists. Placing warm and cold compresses on the affected area. Changes you can make in your workplace to reduce the stress on your wrist include: Using special devices, such as keyboards, different types of computer mouse, cushioned mouse pads, and keyboard drawers Having someone review the position you are in when performing your work activities. For example, make sure the keyboard is low enough so that your wrists are not bent upward while typing. Your provider may suggest an occupational therapist. You may also need to make changes in your work duties or home and sports activities. Some of the jobs linked with carpal tunnel syndrome include those that involve vibrating tools. MEDICINES Medicines used to treat carpal tunnel syndrome include nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen or naproxen. Corticosteroid injections given into the carpal tunnel area may relieve symptoms for a period of time.