Numb fingers and a sore wrist can come from the wrist itself, the elbow, or a nerve irritated in the neck. Working out which is the first step, because the care is different for each.
When it is urgent. See a medical provider promptly for sudden hand weakness, a wrist injury with swelling and deformity, or numbness that follows a fall.
Nerve, grip and joint tests from the neck to the fingertips, to separate a wrist problem from one that starts higher up.
Mobilization of the wrist and elbow, muscle work for the forearm, and adjustments to the neck when that is the source.
Workstation and grip changes, and exercises you can do between visits.
Care is provided by Dr. Adam Tilson, D.C., and Dr. Michael Rager, D.C., chiropractic physicians. Results vary from person to person.
1600 N Main St, Suite B, WheatonOn North Main Street, across from Walgreens
Seen here: Dr. Adam Tilson, D.C.
2112 Winding River Dr, Suite 120, NapervilleOn Route 59 at 87th Street, across from Walgreens
Seen here: Dr. Michael Rager, D.C.
Carpal tunnel usually affects the thumb side of one hand and is worse at night or with gripping. Peripheral neuropathy more often affects both hands or both feet. The exam tells them apart, and we evaluate both.
Many people try conservative care first. We will tell you after the exam whether we think that is reasonable, and when a surgical opinion makes more sense.
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