Why do my arms and hands ache?

Why do my arms and hands ache?

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common source of both hand and arm pain that develops when the median nerve that provides sensation to the thumb, index, middle, and ring finger gets compressed as it moves through the carpal tunnel in your wrist.

Why do cashiers get carpal tunnel?

The wrist motion that cashiers use when ringing up customers and the hand motion used in typing on a keyboard can both cause carpal tunnel syndrome to occur and worsen.

What helps sore arms after working out?

To help relieve muscle soreness, try:

1. Gentle stretching.
2. Muscle massage.
3. Rest.
4. Ice to help reduce inflammation.
5. Heat to help increase blood flow to your muscles.
6. Over-the-counter (OTC) pain medicine, such as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) like ibuprofen (brand name: Advil).

Why do my hands ache so bad?

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.

What does it mean if your arms ache?

If the pain does come from the arm itself, it may be caused by simple muscle or tendon fatigue, overexertion, or repeated and prolonged use of the arms (for example, at work or when exercising). It could also be due to tendinitis, bruising from an impact injury, a sprain or a fracture.

Is it common for cashiers to have neck pain?

Besides pinched nerves in the back, it’s common for cashiers to experience pinched nerves in the neck. Pinched nerves cause pain, sometimes numbness, and even headaches caused by pressure created by repetitive motions, or holding your body in one position for long periods of time.

How can I prevent back pain when working as a cashier?

Take little walks regularly. If you work stocking shelves in addition to cashier duty, make sure you’re lifting properly. To ease back pain, use a foam roller or tennis ball to massage the areas, and take hot baths.

What are the most common injuries for cashiers?

1. Arm and wrist injuries With repetitive motions, cashiers’ wrists and arms are in danger for strain or even bruising. More serious wrist injury can lead to carpal tunnel, which is compression of the median nerve, often through strenuous repetitive action.

How do you treat a sprained wrist on a cashier?

Ice your wrist to reduce pain and swelling; use compression bandages; elevate your wrist above your heart (on a pillow or back of a chair); or you can take anti-inflammatory painkillers. Cashiers with more serious injury or strain can use a cast or splint to keep the wrist immobile.