Last time I wore them was last month..

If they are too tight, they make matters worse.

Fitted properly, they can really take the pressure off that carpal tunnel.

newlife2, There does come a time when surgery is necessary. A good site:

http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/c...pal_tunnel.htm

Carpal tunnel can return. I know several people who have had it done - one just today. Some of the others turned out fine and some did not. It depends.

See a doctor and find out if you do have carpal tunnel or something else and find out what you should do.

Hi newlife2,

I tried learning guitar until I was robbed of that by arthritis in my hands and referred pain and numbness in my arms. The thing is, there is plenty of other more mind-expanding subjects you can learn about for free all over the Net as a distraction. Perhaps an old school/college class you were weak at? Or one you enjoyed you want to expand on.

Tv is an easy distraction, especially if you keep it Light occasionally. Jon, I'm glad I'm not the only Teen Titans fan. Add in TMNT, Adventure Time and Regular Show and my Grandson and I are set. Good Documentaries and sheer Escapism shows are also great - anything thought-provoking.

Jenng, for a BBC historical Gem watch out for the remake of Poldark.

Dave.

Dave
Watching the Poldark remake on TV here in NZ at present - also watch a few UK documentary series - 'Coast' is one I particularly enjoyed.

Poldark on PBS Masterpiece June 2015. I'm the opposite when it comes to most Dramas/Comedies - I stick to US shows. As well as being better written/produced in the main (although we can put out some crackers), they are not filled with the lazy foul language some of our writers rely on for effect. I'm no prude, I just don't want to hear it outside of South Park , where it 'fits'.

As for other ideas one can utilise to occupy the mind with mobility and hand problems, might I suggest a Zen Garden for relaxation - unless you have a cat - and Bonsai as a long-term project.

Dave.