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Eastbourne, UK

The arthritic pain in my fingers is getting rather bad, particularly so in both my index fingers...I just wondered if anyone has tried them, can or cannot recommend them, and if you can, which make is a good one...💜

December 1, 2021
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Many community members responded to the question about compression gloves for arthritic finger pain, with most who tried them reporting real... Read more

Many community members responded to the question about compression gloves for arthritic finger pain, with most who tried them reporting real relief, especially in fall and winter when warmth added extra comfort. Several members shared helpful alternatives and add-ons like hand splints, Epsom salt soaks, emu oil, ear seeds, copper-infused gloves, and warm water pool classes. A recurring theme was the importance of finding what works for your body, with members encouraging each other to keep trying different options and stay gentle with themselves along the way.

A MyFibroTeam Member

I use them in the winter and they definitely help me especially using them at nite sleeping so I don't cup them.

December 2, 2021
A MyFibroTeam Member

Oh yes! I have 2 pairs.. they really help a lot..

December 2, 2021
A MyFibroTeam Member

Hi, crawling out of my cave to answer this question. I actually just bought two new pairs because I already had a grey pair that I altered slightly to fit perfectly (you can see on the pic) but red and teal are funnier and I can make believe that they are a fashion accessory a lot easier than the wrist/hand braces or thumb/wrist braces when I go out. I worked perfectly at thanksgiving dinner with the red ones!
I use them a lot in fall/winter because in addition to helping me with the pain, they are warm and that helps too. The length of those I have is perfect for me because I need my fingertips to sew/feel/use computer stuff… but I need the compression to go as far as possible.
So yeah, i tried them and it works for me.
Have a good day!

December 2, 2021
A MyFibroTeam Member

Soak hands in Epsom salts. Emu oil helps my arthritis hands and feet.🦄🌻🧡👭🧤

December 1, 2021
A MyFibroTeam Member

My husband has several pairs and seems to find them useful…. Xxx

December 1, 2021

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