Patrick J. McDaid, M.D.

Tingling, numbness, and pain in the hands are common during pregnancy. Most pregnant women who experience these symptoms are in their last trimester of pregnancy. Although, the symptoms can begin as early as the first trimester. These problems are usually caused by carpal tunnel syndrome and will generally disappear after pregnancy. Carpal tunnel syndrome is a specific group of symptoms that can include tingling, numbness, weakness, or pain in the fingers, thumb, hand, and oc

Arthritis wears away at the cartilage of a joint, which is the cushioning material between bones. This can cause inflammation and irritation of the synovial lining, which helps to protect and lubricate the joint. When arthritis affects the joints of the hands, it can cause pain and stiffness. An easy and noninvasive way to keep the joints flexible, improve range of motion, and relieve arthritis pain is by doing hand exercises. Hand exercises can help strengthen the muscles th