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I have a painfull problem with my left index finger at the main joint, where it joins the hand. I think I may have twisted it somehow when lifting something, but am not sure. I do have some arthritis in both hands ( 79 years old) but this pain feels different? And the joint looks swollen.
Its been about a week since it started, and no signs of going away. . .
I can manage to play (barely) if I dont have to stretch too far, but stretching and barring is agonizing.
Any medic types here that can offer some advice: do's/don'ts, etc. Would any kind of treatment help? Physio, etc?
Should I stop playing altogether (pain! - as I usually play several hours a day) or continue playing 'lightly' with no stretches, no heavy pressure, or what???
RE: Need some medical advice ??? (in reply to britguy)
Naproxen sodium "Alieve" is one of the best over the counter drugs for inflammation and pain. Follow the instructions carefully; like all drugs this one can interfere with or compound others you might be taking. Arthritis can appear, disappear, and pop up in another joint. I had a arthritic joint on the right hand, took alieve for a while, swelling and pain was reduced, and now I take nothing. I also found that wrapping my hand around a hot cup of coffee in the mornings before I played also relieved the discomfort. As I get older I am reminded of what my Dad used to say, "getting old is not for sissies." Good luck and just back off your playing a little for a while.
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RE: Need some medical advice ??? (in reply to britguy)
britguy--if you use words like agonizing to describe a movement you have done prior without pain i suggest a trip to see your primary care physician. a week of pain is a good indicator something is amiss.
RE: Need some medical advice ??? (in reply to britguy)
There's no point in continuing in this condition. If you do you might not be able to play at all in the future. I have to agree this requires a physician's care.
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