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Moderate-severe pain when moving or using wrist. started few weeks ago, went away for a while but is back and worse. splinting helps a little, cant grip or make a tight fist or twist wrist without sharp excruciating pain. no finger involvement. ?

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Dr. Lynne Weixel answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Give it time: If splinting helps - do it and be patient. Also try both warm and cold - use both or either if it helps. Let it rest for days and days. It takes time to heal. If it's still bad - have an eval - carpal tunnel can be tough but can be treated. Patience and caution! Best wishes.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

Moderate-severe pain when moving or using wrist. started few weeks ago, went away for a while but is back and worse. splinting helps a little, cant grip or make a tight fist or twist wrist without sharp excruciating pain. no finger involvement. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Lynne Weixel answered

Dr Hodge and another doctor agreed

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