Question 1

painful pinched nerve in thumb, 1st and 2nd fingers on dominant right hand. numb fingers, muscles sore, no grip. what can i do until appt?

Accepted Answer

SUGGEST: Let's assume you have carpal tunnel syndrome, and it is affecting the median nerve substantially.  You have about a 35% chance that wearing a wrist splint, which you can find at orthopedics supply store, will calm down the inflammation, and decrease symptoms if worn thru-out the day.  An OTC NSAID may also help a bit.

Question 2

how do i fix a pinched nerve in my thumb?

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Where is it pinched?: If the nerve is pinched in your neck, you get treatment for your neck. If its pinched in your wrist, like carpal tunnel syndrome, get treatment at the wrist.  A physiatrist or neurologist trained in emgs can easily tell you where the problem is coming from and then how best to treat it.

Question 3

numbness in thumb tip pinched nerve ?

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More info: More information would be needed to assist you in understanding the problem.

Question 4

torqued many small caps with my thumb and pointer finger 1 month ago.  right side of thumb feels odd.  might of pinched nerve.  it be better in time?

Accepted Answer

Thumb injury: A detailed history & physical exam often allows a physician to make the correct diagnosis. Repetitive activity including twisting & torquing may cause injury to the ligaments & tendons of the thumb such as de Quervain's tenosynovitis & ulnar collateral ligament injury. These conditions are often accompanied by pain during certain motions of the thumb. Unresolved symptoms should be evaluated by a dr.

Question 5

what does it mean when i get a weird pain in thumb that travels up my arm it is a weird sensation.. pinched nerve maybe? i fell on back multiple times

Accepted Answer

Cervical disk?: Pain that extends up or down the arm might be due to a cervical disk with compression.  The history of falls is also consistent with this.  I would get an MRI and start with conservative treatment. Physiotherapy and nsaids work well and often alleviate the discomfort.  If ther is any weakness in the arm a consultation with a spine surgeon is  recommended.

Question 6

my right thumb is numb on the left side. if i move it in a certain way i get what feels like an electric shock in my thumb, is that a pinched nerve.

Accepted Answer

Could be: The symptoms you are talking about suggest a small nerve branch that is pinched on the side of your thumb.

These do not sound like much to worry about.  Give it some time.  Most often this symptom is caused by a mild injury to the nerve in the thumb that heals in 1-2 weeks.

If your symptoms last longer than it would be appropriate to have more evaluation.

Question 7

i have cervical spondylosis without myelopathy. the palms of my hands and into the thumbs are very pink. could this be a pinched nerve?

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: Less likely pinched nerve would cause that symptom, especially it occurred symmetrically.

Question 8

i had a pinched nerve from my neck behind my shoulder blade all the way down to my fingers. my pain has subsided although my thumb index finger and middle finger are still numb in my left are. please help. i need the sensation back. what can i do?

Accepted Answer

See spine specialist: MRI nexk rule out c6nerve rootcpinch between c5 and c6 could be a disc herniation or bone spur You symptoms sound most like cervical radiculopathy of c6

Question 9

hurts to bend wrist towards thumb, & can't move it far. due to de quervain's, pinched nerves, or something else? what are the signs to go to dr?

Accepted Answer

Persistent?: If it doesn't improve in 2 weeks with OTC pain meds and immobilization, go to see your doctor or an orthopedist.  Look at the medical supply store for a 'thumb-spica' splint that's velcro and can come off and on. It may help.  De Quervain's is a real possibility.

Question 10

i was typing on my ipad when suddenly i felt that my left thumb was slowing down drastically. i also have ulnar nerve compression. what could cause i.

Accepted Answer

Steve Jobs syndrome: Ulnar nerve entrapment or compression tends to initially have more sensory symptoms as opposed to motor symptoms. The ulnar nerve supplies or innervates many of the hand muscles including some of the muscles involved in control of the thumb (e.g. Adductor pollicis muscle). This may have caused the symptoms described.

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Painful pinched nerve in thumb, 1st and 2nd fingers on dominant right hand. numb fingers, muscles sore, no grip. what can i do until appt?

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How do i fix a pinched nerve in my thumb?

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Numbness in thumb tip pinched nerve ?

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Torqued many small caps with my thumb and pointer finger 1 month ago. right side of thumb feels odd. might of pinched nerve. it be better in time?

A member asked:

What does it mean when i get a weird pain in thumb that travels up my arm it is a weird sensation.. pinched nerve maybe? i fell on back multiple times

A member asked:

My right thumb is numb on the left side. if i move it in a certain way i get what feels like an electric shock in my thumb, is that a pinched nerve.

A member asked:

I have cervical spondylosis without myelopathy. the palms of my hands and into the thumbs are very pink. could this be a pinched nerve?

A member asked:

I had a pinched nerve from my neck behind my shoulder blade all the way down to my fingers. my pain has subsided although my thumb index finger and middle finger are still numb in my left are. please help. i need the sensation back. what can i do?

A member asked:

Hurts to bend wrist towards thumb, & can't move it far. due to de quervain's, pinched nerves, or something else? what are the signs to go to dr?

A member asked:

I was typing on my ipad when suddenly i felt that my left thumb was slowing down drastically. i also have ulnar nerve compression. what could cause i.

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