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Do you drop things?

January 28, 2023
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A myRAteam Member

Yes I do have the same as you. I have been diagnosed with Essential Tremors and am on Primidone. It was really well. Please go and have it checked out.

January 28, 2023
myRAteam

Yes, individuals with rheumatoid arthritis can experience sudden jerking in their hands, which can lead to dropping small items like a fork or phone. For example, one person mentioned that holding a cell phone became painful, causing them to frequently drop it. They found that using a grippy case and a Pop Socket helped Show Full Answer

Yes, individuals with rheumatoid arthritis can experience sudden jerking in their hands, which can lead to dropping small items like a fork or phone. For example, one person mentioned that holding a cell phone became painful, causing them to frequently drop it. They found that using a grippy case and a Pop Socket helped manage this issue.

July 21, 2024
A myRAteam Member

I tried the primadone last year and didn’t not see a benefit. I had carpal tunnel surgery in 2016 and now it came back so the tingling and burning is back as well. The right had is severe and the left is moderate. I hate to have another surgery for it. 😢

January 28, 2023
A myRAteam Member

Yes , Ì have that problem.I get very frustrated when my hands jerk and won't hang onto things.I have started eating with a spoon because I don't hold forks steady enough.

January 28, 2023
A myRAteam Member

I started with the same symptoms 4 months ago & within a month developed numbness & pins & needles in both hands. I had a Nerve Conduction Test & diagnosed with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. The Consultant advised having steroid injections in both hands which i did but this made the problem worse so I’m now waiting to have surgery. Hopefully this works because I’m having difficulty using my hands 😢

January 28, 2023 (edited)

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