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Author: Cindy
Date: 2002-03-06 00:56
I have read many posts on this board about right wrists and hands hurting, but after a major concert yesterday I can't play at all because it hurts my left hand. Its mainly that I cannot tense the muscles at all, or move them far enough apart to cover the holes. Its not the wrist at all. It just sends a shooting pain accross the back of my hand. Has this ever happened to anyone else? What do you think is wrong, and why? What should I do to help it get better?
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Author: Gordon (NZ)
Date: 2002-03-06 12:37
Occupational Overuse Syndrome (OOS), previously named Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI)???
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Author: David Spiegelthal
Date: 2002-03-06 13:51
I seem to have the same problem lately, started about 4-5 months ago, now my left hand hurts almost all the time, especially when I play --- I'm guessing it's a form of tendinitis, but I'm not a doctor (nor do I play one on TV) so this is just speculation. I suspect the cure is to stop playing for a few weeks, but of course this is not a good option for those of us who participate in this BB!
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Author: JMcAulay
Date: 2002-03-06 19:34
I also am not a Doctor, although I used to play one on the radio.
I would suggest that seeing a real physician real soon would be a great idea. This does not seem like the sort of problem where one should rely on home remedies.
Regards,
John
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Author: GBK
Date: 2002-03-06 23:11
I'm not a doctor either, but do admit to playing doctor at about the age of 10...
Seeing a physician is always the safest bet. Only speculation, but carpal tunnel syndrome always can rear it's ugly head. Eventually a nerve conduction velocity (NCV) test can pinpoint the extent of the degradation. Next would be a wrist brace or support, followed by physical therapy.
Not to scare you, but check in with the MD, as this is something that requires professional guidance...GBK
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