See Alike in...

Alike App

Browser

Jadie

789d

I can manage writing two pages in my journal until the pain gets so bad I have to stop. This is such a good hobby for me and it forces me to give a shit about my health so it can get to me sometimes. I have to hold my pen different than when I was a kid because there is nothing keeping my fingertips from hyperextending. It used to be easier when I painted as I built strength from consistent work but all my illnesses got worse so the chronic pain is up. How do you manage hand pain? Are there certain aids like gloves or braces that make this easier?

Top reply
    • kee

      786d

      i’m in the same boat right now, one thing i’ve found helps me is wrapping my pens in a ton(and i mean a ton) of duct tape so they’re about the width of a big sharpie. the increased width helps so much with my hand pain as i’m not squeezing as hard!

    • kee

      786d

      i’m in the same boat right now, one thing i’ve found helps me is wrapping my pens in a ton(and i mean a ton) of duct tape so they’re about the width of a big sharpie. the increased width helps so much with my hand pain as i’m not squeezing as hard!

    • chronicallyfab

      787d

      Silver rings splints have been very helpful to me! I use them when I type, they can be challenging to use for writing but they can help stabilize your joints after writing.

    • Bijoux_bean22

      788d

      I don’t write much because I have chronic pain in the hand that I would write with. It can be sad but I let it go and enjoy the good days when I can write and draw.

    • eth0sien

      789d

      I also have issues with writing, I can’t write more than a few sentences without my hand cramping up and my fingers going stiff and hurting. I have compression gloves that don’t really do anything, but usually the way I manage is by taking breaks frequently while writing and typing things out whenever possible.

☝ This content is generated by our users and it is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult with your physician before making any medical decision

Thank you! Your submission has been received!
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.

Want to chat or share? Download the Alike app now and get complete access to Alike.health's unique features.

Find people who are
experiencing a similar
medical reality

100% Free
100%
Free

Download Alike for the full experience

JOIN

View All

Bupropion

night sweats

paranoid

Valium

sertraline

palpitations

Anxiety (Including GAD)

Depression

palpitations

Depression

Valium

Bupropion