La Turrita - Hands in trouble: signs not to be ignored

«I woke up every night with a numb hand and an annoying tingling sensation that gave me no respite. At first, I thought it was just fatigue, but then I realised that something was wrong.» So says Anna, 52, who after months of discomfort discovered she was suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome, one of the most common conditions treated by hand surgery. An extraordinary tool, our hands are capable of very fine movements and great strength. We use them every day to work, communicate and take care of ourselves. When pain, stiffness or loss of sensation appear, we realise that even the simplest gestures become difficult.
Understanding the causes of these disorders and knowing when to see a specialist is the first step towards effective treatment.

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