Opponens Pollicis Muscle: Wrist and Thumb Pain
The opponens pollicis muscle contributes to pain in the lower thumb and wrist.
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Adductor Pollicis Muscle: Thumb Pain
The adductor pollicis muscle contributes to pain in the thumb and thumb pad.
Lumbrical Muscles Of The Hand: Hand And Finger Pain
The lumbrical muscles of the hand contribute to pain in the back of the hand and the fingers. Pain in the index finger and the little finger are the most common. Stiffness in the finger joints mimics arthritis pain. Stiffness and pain when opening and closing the hand is also common.
Flexor Digitorum Superficialis Muscle Pain
The flexor digitorum superficialis is located in the front of the forearm. It contributes to pain in the four fingers, the palm, and occasionally the wrist. The muscle is a major contributor to trigger finger.
Palmaris Longus Muscle Pain
The palmaris longus muscle contributes to pain in the wrist, the palm of the hand, and will sometimes extend up into the forearm.
Flexor Carpi Radialis Muscle Pain
The flexor carpi radialis muscle is located in the front of the forearm. It contributes to pain in the wrist, bottom of the palm that often extends to the thumb pad and thumb. Twisting the wrist and gripping objects is painful.
Pronator Teres Muscle Pain
The pronator teres muscle is located in the front of the forearm. It can contribute to pain in the wrist near the thumb. Pain is often felt in the thumb pad and can extend up into the forearm. Cupping the hand can become almost impossible because of intense pain in the wrist and or thumb pad.