Question 1

i have carpal tunnel in my right wrist/hand and i have noticed that my grip strength is not as it was before. how do i fix this to get my grip strength back?

Accepted Answer

: Visit this site for information and talk to your doctor about your options: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/carpal-tunnel-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20355603#:~:text=Carpal%20tunnel%20syndrome%20is%20caused,in%20the%20hand%20and%20arm.

Question 2

carpal tunnel syndrome symptoms in my hand. intense tingling or pain and loss of grip strength. do i risk further or permanent damage if ignored?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Prolonged carpal tunnel syndrome can lead to atrophy ( shrinking) of the muscles of your thumb with subsequent hand weakness. This can be permanent. You should be evaluated by a hand surgeon.

Question 3

stiffness in little finger. loss of grip strength. sever pain in hand when little finger is pressured. xray shows no abnormalities. not carpal tunnel.

Accepted Answer

Could be: ulnar nerve problem, typically compression at elbow.  If it is just one side only, it is not likely rheumatoid arthritis.  Consult a hand surgeon for specific advice.

Question 4

recently noticed right hand numbness/tingling. assumed carpal tunnel and my dr. gave me a brace to wear at night. sxs did not improve. also noticing right hand and right foot significantly colder than left, and sometimes toes on r. foot go numb?

Accepted Answer

: It is best to go back to your doctor for more comprehensive evaluation, and no longer assume it is carpal tunnel syndrome, but look for other possibilities that may have to do with nutritional deficiencies, heavy metal poisoning or just peripharal vascular problems e.t.c.

Question 5

does carpal tunnel in the wrist disqualify me from the military?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Talk to the military recruiter. She or he can inform you of current regulations about joining the military. An medical examination is generally needed before induction.

Question 6

my wrist hurts and my fingers just started tingling? carpal?

Accepted Answer

Carpal tunnel: Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by compression of the median nerve which goes through the carpal tunnel in the wrist. It causes tingling, numbness and pain, mostly in the hand. Treatment is controversial.

Question 7

i'm having some serious wrist-pains! could this be carpal tunnel?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Carpal tunnel in characterized to numbness, electric shocks or pins and needles sensation in the thumb and the first 2 1/2 fingers. Wrist pain alone is nor carpal tunnel.

Question 8

how do i know i have carpal tunnel or sore wrists?

Accepted Answer

Carpal tunnel : Carpal tunnel syndrome results from pressure on the median nerve as it travels through the bones of the wrist. Typical symptoms include numbness and tingling of the first three digits.  Wrist pain per se typically does not occur with carpal tunnel syndrome.  Numbness and tingling that occurs will frequently wake someone from sleep and it usually resolves after shaking the hands.

Question 9

my wrist clicks every time i move it up and down. is this carpal tunnel syndrome?

Accepted Answer

No: Carpal tunnel symptoms include wrist pain and tingling in the thumb, index, middle and part of the ring finger. Wrist clicking may be from your tendons moving around or from fluid in your joints.

Question 10

is there any other wrist condition that mimics the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Repetitiv strain rsi: Repetitive strain injury is an overuse syndrome---also tendinitis can give similar symptoms.

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I have carpal tunnel in my right wrist/hand and i have noticed that my grip strength is not as it was before. how do i fix this to get my grip strength back?

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Carpal tunnel syndrome symptoms in my hand. intense tingling or pain and loss of grip strength. do i risk further or permanent damage if ignored?

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Stiffness in little finger. loss of grip strength. sever pain in hand when little finger is pressured. xray shows no abnormalities. not carpal tunnel.

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Recently noticed right hand numbness/tingling. assumed carpal tunnel and my dr. gave me a brace to wear at night. sxs did not improve. also noticing right hand and right foot significantly colder than left, and sometimes toes on r. foot go numb?

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Does carpal tunnel in the wrist disqualify me from the military?

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My wrist hurts and my fingers just started tingling? carpal?

A member asked:

I'm having some serious wrist-pains! could this be carpal tunnel?

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How do i know i have carpal tunnel or sore wrists?

A member asked:

My wrist clicks every time i move it up and down. is this carpal tunnel syndrome?

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Is there any other wrist condition that mimics the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome?

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