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[melchar]

STILL getting over the sore throat/cold thingie from 2 weeks ago. Still a bit fevery and congested, but I can talk and referee, so that's good enough. However, my body decided on a new trick Sunday night. I reffed Sunday [lots of writing], then played some City of Heroes, a bit of Imagine and I'm guessing I slept improperly on my left hand. Woke up Monday with a VERY painful left hand. Very!

Thought-imparingly painful: reflexively used the left hand a few times - didn't think to take ibuprophen. I finally ace-bandaged the hand to keep myself from using it/moving it. Took ibuprophen for the swelling. Didn't go to BASFA. Lather/rinse/repeat for Tuesday. Woke up today and the pain has ebbed a great deal. Still keeping the hand wrapped and hoping this isn't the start of carpal tunnel syndrome.

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[khaybee.livejournal.com]

My doctor had me wear a wrist brace to sleep. It kept me from aggravating it and helped with the overnight healing of a day's aggravation. Worked great.

[melchar.livejournal.com]

That sounds like a good idea. I'll look for one. Any recommendation as to brand or type? [Thanks!]

[khaybee.livejournal.com]

Just find a pharmacist who will let you try them on and ensure a good fit. I cut the toe off an old sock (put on my arm under the brace, then folded back over the brace) and made a little slit for my thumb While the sock was folded, so 2 slits, really) so the brace keeps clean, is cushioned against my arm and isn't rough against my face, as I tend to rub my wrist against my face as I sleep.

I've been absolutely pleased with wearing this at night leading to not needing it by day.Best of luck.