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Edmonton, AB

I have always had aching in my hands but now my fingers and hands start to lock and spasm. Does anyone else have this problem? Especially between my ring and pinky finger. Just when you think this disease couldn't get any worse.
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March 21, 2017
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Members rallied around someone experiencing painful hand and finger spasms that lock up, especially between the ring and pinky fingers, with... Read more

Members rallied around someone experiencing painful hand and finger spasms that lock up, especially between the ring and pinky fingers, with many confirming this is a common and frustrating symptom of fibromyalgia. Several members shared practical relief strategies including muscle relaxers, heat therapy, TENS units, medications like Lyrica and Tramadol, and stretching, while one member described successful surgery to release locked fingers. A recurring theme was how these spasms affect daily activities like typing and holding a phone, and members encouraged seeing a specialist to rule out arthritis or explore surgical options if conservative treatments don't provide enough relief.

A MyFibroTeam Member

Hand & feet cramps are very common with fibro & I hate them too. As others suggested above- muscle relaxers & heat do help!

March 22, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

Have doc rule out arthritis

March 22, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

i take muscle relaxers that help some and I take one very night before bed to help with restless legs

March 21, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

I get a Achy arms and thumb twitches (actually the palm below my thumb)) when my upper back/neck flares

November 27, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

When I hold my phone my hand cramps up. I have a lot of problems with my thumbs too!!!! Then the pain circulates down my arm...I figured it's arthritis and fibro ?? My back hurts all over ....I'm in pain today but a little better then when I first woke up! I see my doctor today ...I can't imagine I'll hear anything new

March 23, 2017

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