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A member asked:

Very tight feeling making fist and when walking? i've been working with hands and walking non stop the past 3 days could this be why i'm swollen?

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Hand swelling: Overuse of any body part will lead to inflammation. Even younger people may see swelling of their hands (like on long hikes) due to the effects of gravity and overactivity. Trying to find a balance between rest and work is the best solution. Using light weights with walking may improve the circulation as well.

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Answered 9/6/2015

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