08/08/2024
Arthritis doesn't just affect your joints; it can also cause numbness! Inflammation around joints from arthritis can pressure nearby nerves, leading to tingling or numbness. For example, rheumatoid arthritis in the wrist may compress the median nerve, causing carpal tunnel syndrome and numb fingers. Osteoarthritis in the spine can compress spinal nerves, causing numbness in the limbs. Understanding these connections reveals the complex ways arthritis impacts our bodies beyond just the joints.