My wrists hurt bad, just had a baby???

Cathi3 · 06-07-2003, 10:27 PM

During my pregnancy I had Carpal Tunnel, it has been 2 months since I gave birth, the numbness is gone, but my wrists hurt very bad, especially in the morning. or sometimes when I move my hands are certain way it hurts, is this still CT?? And what should I do about this?
Thanks

lidia09 · 06-08-2003, 05:41 AM

Hi Cathi
Firstly congratulations

I don't know a huge amount about pregnancy & cts but think it's maybe common for it to carry on for a while due to fluid retention & maybe hormone fluctuation. Have you tried wearing a pair of splints just at night? Keeping the wrists straight while you sleep can help a lot. If you do a search on 'pregnancy & cts' you'll find other suggestions too.
Best wishes.
Lidia

ShelbyS · 06-08-2003, 09:55 PM

Hey Cathi,
I had ct in both my hands with the pregnancy of my little boy. I also enjoyed trigger fingers (fingers that locked into closing positions). A hand surgeon told me to wait a good 6 months before having it evaluated for the same reasons mentioned above. Hang in there, congrates, and wearing splints will help keep your hands in a neutral and natural position.

Good Luck,
Shelby