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I have a pulling pain between the thumb knuckle and the wrist when opening safety gates, jars etc working hand movements ?

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Dr. Stephen Jarrard answered

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Sprain: Likely tendonitis or ligament sprain. Try applying moist heat and some anti-inflammatory med like ibuprofen and try not to Re-injure for few days. If not better - see your Doc.

Answered 8/16/2014

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A member asked:

I have a pulling pain between the thumb knuckle and the wrist when opening safety gates, jars etc working hand movements ?

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Dr. Stephen Jarrard answered

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