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My mom has severe pain in her thumb for last 6 months... Not able to move it... Not much of swelling though. Could you please suggest if its neurosurgeon case or ortho... Please let me know if more info reqd.
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Contact a physiotherapist.. You will get the cure for sure.
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Its pure physio case. Her mediN nerve js getting conpressed at carpal tunnel ...and she may have problems with her thenar muscles (muscles of thumb region).
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just relax. if u wanna search someone just search a good physiotherapist ..he/she will make ykur mom fine in couple of weeks maximum.
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Needs priliminary assessment you can try consulting an orthosurgeon first then followed by neuro. You can also speak to a physio to get guidence also..
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Hot fomentation.
Gentle Stretching of Hand Muscles.
Ball exercises.
Wrist Exerciser.
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Ya dear, u show to ortho surgeon first. Den if required u can consult a neuro surgeon.
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