A member asked:

Do lots of computer work. recent jump in repetitive motion->finger pain, pins needles in arm, tingling in hand, trouble gripping pen. getting worse. ?

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Dr. Ralph Morgan Lewis answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Repetitive motion: Sounds as though you're developing carpal tunnel syndrome (cts); repetitive wrist motions like keyboarding cause inflammation; nerves (especially the median), & tendons are surrounded by bony tunnel with ligamentous closure; pressure increases on nerve & produces numbness, tingling, weak grasp. Wrist splint may help; ergonomic keyboard; ice, rest, nsaids; if no relief, see orthopedic specialist.

Answered 4/23/2014

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