Why do both my hands ache at night?

The most common cause for people complaining of pain in their hands, which wakes them up at night is carpal tunnel syndrome. This pain is often associated with numbness and pins and needles in the fingers.

What does it mean if my hands are achy?

Arthritis. Arthritis (the inflammation of one or more joints) is the leading cause of hand pain. It can occur anywhere in the body but is particularly common in the hands and wrist. There are more than 100 different types of arthritis, but the most common are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

How can I stop my hands from hurting at night?

Relieve nighttime pain by gently shaking your hand and wrist or hanging your hand over the side of the bed. Buy a wrist splint at the drugstore to keep your hand properly aligned. It may help to wear the splint at night to keep you from flexing or overextending your wrist while you sleep.

What are the first signs of arthritis in your hands?

What are the early signs of arthritis in the hands?

• Stiffness in the joints, especially in the morning.
• Pain or ache in the affected area.
• Swelling at the affected site.
• Decreased range of motion of the affected joint.
• The skin over the affected joint that may appear red and inflamed.

What does rheumatoid arthritis feel like in your hands?

When your hands are affected by rheumatoid arthritis, you may experience swelling around the affected joint, which leads to pain or tenderness. The joint may feel warm to the touch. Swelling tends to be symmetrical, which means it occurs in the same joints on both right and left hands.

How do you relieve aching hands?

Other home remedies for hand and wrist pain include:

1. Massage. Try massaging the painful area and surrounding muscles.
2. Heat. Some pain responds well to heat.
3. OTC medications. Taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen can help with pain and inflammation from a wide variety of conditions.

What does arthritis feel like in hands?

Early symptoms of arthritis of the hand include joint pain that may feel “dull,” or a “burning” sensation. The pain often occurs after periods of increased joint use, such as heavy gripping or grasping. The pain may not be present immediately, but may show up hours later or even the following day.

What does arthritis in hands feel like?

What can you soak sore hands in?

Many people with hand OA report that soaking their hands in warm water in the morning assists in decreasing the stiffness. Begin by filling a clean sink or large basin with warm (not hot) water. If swelling is also noted, add approximately ¼ cup of Epsom salt to the water to assist in decreasing the swelling.