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Padine

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Arthritis in thumb
« on: Today at 04:19:04 PM »

I’ve never had arthritis before but think it’s now in my thumb. Pain goes from base of thumb up my wrist at times, but not all the time. Sometimes my nails in my left hand feel stingy too, but not for long.
I’m our church organ/pianist and so my hands get a workout daily! No pain when playing but I can’t sit playing all day 🎶 😂 8)
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CLKD

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Re: Arthritis in thumb
« Reply #1 on: Today at 04:23:36 PM »

I would get this looked at. There are various states of OA and the possibility of a tendon over the top of the thumb which may as we age, get stuck and 'click' back into place.

It may be a trapped nerve further up the arm.  I would self refer to a physio. for advice.
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Aprilflower

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Re: Arthritis in thumb
« Reply #2 on: Today at 04:53:12 PM »

I’ve never had arthritis before but think it’s now in my thumb. Pain goes from base of thumb up my wrist at times, but not all the time. Sometimes my nails in my left hand feel stingy too, but not for long.
I’m our church organ/pianist and so my hands get a workout daily! No pain when playing but I can’t sit playing all day 🎶 😂 8)

Could be a degree of carpal tunnel, which is often caused by repetitive use.

Definitely get it looked at as early treatment can stop it getting worse.
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