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I’ve not been tested for neuropathy but have been tested for carpal tunnel. I do have severe carpal that I refuse surgery for because I’m handicapped and non-ambulatory, so use my hands and arms to move from wheelchair to toilet, etc. My doctor has checked and says I have neuropathy though too.

I get the numbness during the daytime but seldom the pain. I’ve had to give up my knitting and crochet work because of it. I also drop things a lot.

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Feb 20, 2020

@gramm I also have severe carpal tunnel in my hands and sometimes at night when I'm sleeping on my side I will get the tingling and numbness in my hands, wrists and arms which wakes me up. I am usually able to shake it off after a few minutes though. Have you tried any hand exercises to help?

Therapeutic Exercise Program for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
-- https://orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/recovery/carpal-tunnel-syndrome-therapeutic-exercise-program/

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Jim, Volunteer Mentor | @jimhd | Feb 21, 2020

@gramm My wife has had surgery on both of her wrists. She had been able only to knit for a few minutes until she hurt too much. After surgery, with a really quick recovery, she could knit all day without pain. I echo what @johnhans says about getting assistance for the few days of recovery.
Jim

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