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A member asked:
After typing on the computer all day i have a lot of wrist and thumb pain, besides taking n'said what else can i do for pain relief?
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Carpal tunnel: This is carpal tunnel syndrome, a repetitive stress injury. Nsaids are good. The other things are to wear wrist splints at night, take frequent breaks to stretch your wrists and fingers throughout the work day, and follow up with your doctor for surgery if that becomes necessary (fairly simple procedure).
Answered 3/30/2013
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