Too Much Thumb

Dry Needling on Palm

After a year of soreness and discomfort in my left thumb, and one useless trip to the orthopaedic specialist,  I decided to let my chiropractor look at the problem. Judging by the way the chiropractor tried to diagnose my condition, I don't think that he had the expertise. Still, that didn't stop him for trying dry needling on my palm. He chose 4 points-- 2 at the fleshy base of the thumb, and another 2 above the webbing of the thumb. Dry needling of the hand is very different from what I experienced for my back. It felt like an immense pressure going through my palm, bordering on pain. My left hand felt kind of numb after the treatment. And after I got home, there was some bruising at the area. Felt more sore than usual, but after a few days, the familiar chronic discomfort returned. Guess it didn't help at all.   

Comments

Twilight Man said…
You overused your left hand la. Next time use right hand 😂😂😂


I used to have this pain too at the same area and I blamed the hours on keyboard plus bad postures connection.
RB said…
Did he charge you for these injections? If he didn't know what do do, then he shouldn't have done anything.
Jaded Jeremy said…
Hmmm maybe consider consulting a physiotherapist? Can call up first to enquire whether they can help you or not.
7 Bit said…
I'm grateful for the positive atmosphere and sense of community you cultivate.

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