欧博娱乐Hand Pain and Problems
Osteoarthritis, also called degenerative arthritis, is a degenerative condition that commonly affects the small joints of the fingers and the base of the thumb. Common in both men and women, it can cause the joints to become swollen, stiff and painful. It often leads to joint enlargement, interfering with normal hand function and significantly impacting a person's quality of life. There are two main types of hand arthritis: primary generalized osteoarthritis and erosive osteoarthritis, and they affect the hands differently.
Carpal tunnel syndromeCarpal tunnel syndrome Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition in which the median nerve is compressed as it passes through the carpal tunnel in the wrist, a narrow confined space. Since the median nerve provides sensory and motor functions to the thumb and 3 middle fingers, many symptoms may result. The following are the most common symptoms for carpal tunnel syndrome. However, each individual may experience symptoms differently. Symptoms may include:
Trouble gripping objects with the hand(s)
Pain or numbness in the hand(s)
"Pins and needles" feeling in the fingers
Swollen feeling in the fingers
Burning or tingling in the fingers, especially the thumb and the index and middle fingers
The symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome may look like other conditions such as tendonitis, bursitis, or rheumatoid arthritis. Always see your healthcare provider for a diagnosis.
Treatment may include:
Splinting of the hand (to help prevent wrist movement and decrease the compression of the nerves inside the tunnel)
Oral or injected (into the carpal tunnel space) anti-inflammatory medications (to reduce the swelling)
Surgery (to relieve compression on the nerves in the carpal tunnel)
Changing position of a computer keyboard, or other ergonomic changes