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There is a pain between my thumb and index finger when I try doing exercises like push ups or when I do to take hold of anything the pain come up and goes within seconds what is it what to do
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Do an x ray to rule out fracture, most likely inflammation, de quervian tenosynovitis .
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Along with x ray , go see a orthopedician
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De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis
Inflammation of tendons at the base of the thumb (abductor pollicis longus & extensor pollicis brevis).
Pain on gripping, lifting, or push-ups.
Often worse with repeated wrist/thumb use.
2. 1st Carpometacarpal (CMC) Joint Strain / Early Arthritis
Pain at base of thumb, especially with forceful grip or weight-bearing.
3. Interosseous Muscle Strain (between thumb and index finger)
Overuse during exercises like push-ups.
Pain usually sharp but short-lasting.
4. Nerve compression (Superficial Radial Nerve irritation)
Less common, but can cause pain/numbness in the same area.
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✅ What To Do
Rest & Activity Modification: Avoid push-ups or gripping heavy objects for 1–2 weeks.
Cold Pack/Ice Massage: Apply 10–15 min after exercise.
Thumb Spica Splint: Can support and reduce strain if pain persists.
NSAIDs (if not contraindicated): Short course of ibuprofen or diclofenac for pain relief.
Stretching & Strengthening Exercises (once pain subsides):
Thumb stretches (pull thumb gently away from palm).
Grip strengthening with soft stress ball.
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🚨 See an Orthopedic/Hand Specialist if:
Pain persists >2–3 weeks despite rest.
Swelling, redness, or constant pain develops.
Difficulty in gripping daily objects.
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👉 From your description and the circled area, De Quervain’s tenosynovitis or muscle strain in 1st web space is most likely.
It’s usually not serious, but proper rest + splint + physiotherapy helps prevent worsening.
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First of all do get a xray to rule out the fracture
Use a crep bandage
Do hot and cold conpression 2-3 times in a day
Take a pain killer for acute pain
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Flexon Mr two times after food for 3to5 days. Locally apply volini gel or spray.
J n j crape bandage.
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If the pain comes and goes in a second then there is nothing much to worry.
Do hot and cold sponges alternatively 15 minutes twice a day
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Get X ray done to rule out fracture.
Keep the painful part splinted with a crepe bandage.
Take flexon m.r. one every 8 hours, after meals for 3 to 4 days.
Di some hot and then cold compression 2 to 3 times daily.
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
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Dr. Siddesh Venkatraman
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Mumbai
Hello,
Pain between thumb and index finger while gripping or during push-ups is often due to overuse strain of the small hand muscles or early tendon inflammation. Usually rest, gentle stretching, and avoiding heavy gripping movements for a few days help. You can also use ice packs locally.
If pain persists, increases, or there is swelling/numbness, please consult an orthopedician/hand specialist for proper evaluation and treatment.
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Take TAB ZERODOL TH4 TWICE DAILY FOR 5 DAYS.
TAB PAN 40 ONCE DAILY AFTER BREAKFAST FOR 5 DAYS
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Do X RAY to rule out fracture.
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Zerodol can cause gastritis so take it with pan 40
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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