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What Causes Recurrent Trembling And Pain In The Thumb And Index Fingers?
I work for a electricaln utility company and have been using hand tools for 28 years. Repetitive motion mostly, nut drivers and screwdrivers, and have trembling issues when I go to use a pen. It hurts to hold it, and my thumb and index finger are uncontrollable so writing my signature is a major undertaking. Is this symtoms of carpel tunnel. I have been heavy handed with my tools, bacause my trade required me to be, and at 62 years of age, I am feeling the results.
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Hello,
Thank you for using healthcaremagic.
I read your question and understood your concern.
It looks like the signs of carpal tunnel syndrome.
I would recommend you to do a EMG examination which will confirm it and if positive you may consider surgery to correct it.
Dr. Selmani
Thank you for using healthcaremagic.
I read your question and understood your concern.
It looks like the signs of carpal tunnel syndrome.
I would recommend you to do a EMG examination which will confirm it and if positive you may consider surgery to correct it.
Dr. Selmani
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