Interesting point (again!) Dawn and donna! I always have trouble decsribing where the pain is (inside or outside). Mine is on the anatomical palm-up inside, which of course i refer to as the "outside" Aside from the associated pain, writing and typing are tough, and I think i've lost some dexterity in those 2 particular fingers. I too have some neck pain, and my face feels "funny." Kinda numb/tingly sometimes, and it'll start to hurt on occasion. I'll have to ask my doc about that when i see him next. thanks again!