Sounds like you have a few of the distinguishing symptoms of it ..Although you should get a professional opinion.

If it is cts, avoid mousing..Use keyboard shortcuts whenever possible. There is alternative mousing equiptment available also.Mousing is the main trigger of my own cts pain, which btw, has radiated to my lowerarm, upperarm, and shoulder because I did cut-back on surfing and computer-use in general.
The consequences of not addressing this problem early can be serious..Esp to career etc

Hi montecarlo

thanks for your reply

meanwhile i've been able to go a see my doc. It was not cts but tendinites. I'm now using a wrist protector and anti inflammatory gel, but I still have that pain .



If it persists I will have to see what other treatment is available.



Mee

If you sit at the computer constantly, you should also consider setting up your work environment more ergonomically; set up the chair and monitor correctly, and invest in a good keyboard and in a good mouse. For the keyboard/mouse, decide what's best for you, try several if you most, read reviews about them, and then make a good decision that will help you enhance your life and your productivity.


You have to bear in mind that the good old keyboard and mouse are the devices you use the most among any other device, even more than the tv remote. Most people use a keyboard/mouse for about 8 hours a day and 5 days a week. This is a lot of time, predominantly if you're using a shameful keyboard/mouse.


I know that countless people use the included keyboard/mouse that comes with new computers, and at their job, they just use the keyboard/mouse laying in front of the monitor, and never think much about it. However, you have to realize this is not necessarily best for you, and in most cases, these will be mediocre that may cause you carpal tunnel syndrome and health problems in the near future.


As well, most people will use whatever keyboard/mouse as they say "it does the job", without realizing than a better keyboard/mouse, ergonomic or not, will help reduce the risk of injuries and help them become more efficient and productive.


Honestly, you should consider investing more money in yourself and in your health. Don't buy the cheapest products, don't buy just any that "will do", don't use the mediocre keyboard/mouse that comes "free" with most new computers.


Coincidentally, I just finish participating in a survey for a new corporation that is in the process of creating ergonomic computer products that I find very interesting, and they're asking people to participate in this survey as feedback is always helpful.


They're rewarding participants who wish it, by entering them into a draw to win exclusive computer products.

I hope this helps in your recovery and prevention of cts.

Dear inno

thanks very much for your great advice.

During the last few months I were having few sessions of physiotherapy.

My wrist and thumb (de quervain) is better now, though there is still pain and cannot use my hand properly.

Thanks
mee

I was trying just now to go to the link above but cannot.

Will try later.

Mee

Another quick recommendation is that if you're right handed and use your mouse with your right hand, try switching it to the left side of the keyboard and use your left hand for the mouse. It will take a few hours to master but it will be worth it. Your mouse will be closer to the neutral hand position compared to the right side and right hand. Do not switch the mouse buttons, use your left hand's index finger to click the left mouse button, this doesn't show anywhere but trust me, is an easier and better way. If you're left handed with the mouse at left, move it to the right side.


Also, try to avoid painkillers while working, pain's your body's way of telling you to quit abusing your hands. Install a software that assists in the prevention and reduction of rsi or cts, i'm using workrave which is free and very good.


As well, try to type like playing the piano, keeping the wrists lifted and fingers gently curved; do not rest palms while typing.


Keep taking care of yourself.

dear inno
thanks again for the link..I go to it later
lol..Though I know how we should place our fingers for piano, I never knew that it's the same for typing...I must learn to do it as from now.In fact I always rest my palms , thinking that it is the right way.. For this there is no problem.


As for my left hand lol..... I will have to try but I must also consider that even my left wrist had that problem...Maybe I can share the job with right and left.


Thanks for yr help

mee

When I had carpel tunnel syndrome I was able to relieve it with a wrist splint that my doctor had me wear. It was uncomfortable but it helped me learn how my hand should be bent to avoid future problems. The inflammation went away and I have not been bothered since.
http://rdoctor.com/symptoms_disease/conten t/view/210/2/