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For a while now i have stopped using gaming consoles and the computer due to extreme wrist pains from using it. sometimes i think its all in my head

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Dr. Arnold Beresh answered

Carpal Tunnel: The activity you describe is very common to create carpal tunnel in your hands. Talk to your doctor

Answered 8/3/2014

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A member asked:

For a while now i have stopped using gaming consoles and the computer due to extreme wrist pains from using it. sometimes i think its all in my head

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Arnold Beresh answered

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