What causes pain in the palm of the hand?
Disease description:
Recently, I have always felt some pain in my palms. May I ask what could be the cause?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Tiesheng
Here are some common factors that may cause palm pain:
1. Overuse or strain: Prolonged or repetitive hand movements, such as typing, playing the piano, or participating in certain sports like tennis or golf, may cause strain on the muscles, tendons, or nerves, leading to palm pain.
2. Fractures or soft tissue injuries: When the palm experiences external force or impact, fractures or soft tissue injuries may occur, resulting in localized pain, swelling, and functional impairment.
3. Deep palmar space infection: The deep palmar space is a "hidden" space located deep within the palm. When localized infection occurs, it can cause acute inflammatory pain in the palm. The infection may be caused by puncture wounds or skin breakdown on the hand.
4. Circulatory problems: In some cases, poor blood circulation can also cause discomfort in the hands. For example, Raynaud's phenomenon is a condition in which blood vessels overreact to cold or emotional stress, causing the fingers to turn white, then blue, and become painful.
5. Cervical spondylosis: Cervical spondylosis may compress the nerve roots of the upper limbs, causing nerve-related pain throughout the arm and hand. This pain may radiate to the palm, causing pain, numbness, and weakness in the palm area.
