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Carpal tunnel/bfs? a twitch/spasm that can be seen in my right palm, under the thumb area when i apply pressure (i.e. grip with reasonable force)?
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Carpal issues??: Soory do not really understand the issue. Best to return to your surgeon with this post operative issue!
Answered 4/9/2015
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Can confirm: Recommend you get this confirmed, and have your doctor order EMG test. Further treatment can be based upon result.
Answered 5/25/2016
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