Why am I experiencing hand numbness?
Often when patients present with hand numbness, they assume that it is carpal tunnel. However, that is not always the case. There is a highway of nerves and arteries that go from your neck, down the arm and into the hand. Therefore, there can be a traffic jam at any point between your neck and the hand. Due to this, it is very important to get yourself assessed by a skilled practitioner who can find the root cause of your numbness.
What are the main causes of hand numbness?
Tightness in the muscles of the neck, arm, forearm or hand causing the nerve to become pinched.
Tightness in the flexor retinaculum (fascia covering the front of your wrist) leading to compression of the carpal tunnel
Tightness or irritation of the forearm muscles leading to compression of the carpal tunnel.
Diabetes
Pregnancy
What are the symptoms of hand numbness?
Hand numbness can present in many different ways. It can affect the entire hand or only some of the fingers. Sometimes, hand numbness is accompanied with forearm, arm, or neck pain. It is important to note which movements reproduce your symptoms as that can provide your practitioner with more insight on the cause of your numbness. Apart from this, you may have difficulty gripping objects or even sharp pain in the area.
How can I resolve my hand numbness?
The duration of pain and numbness can vary from person to person. We will try our best to speed up your recovery process and get you back to doing the activities you love. At the Active Relief Centre, we place an emphasis on assessment and finding out why you are experiencing hand numbness. This allows us to be more specific with your treatment and provide you with rehabilitation exercises specific to your body. Contact one of our clinics today and make us a part of your road to recovery.