Over the years of riding, I have developed bike-induced Carpel Tunnel Syndrome. I think I’ve read others on the board experiencing the same problem. Spending the last several summers down-hilling has exasperated the issue. I also suffer from Raynaud’s Disease. So, between the two, I can’t do any type of ride anymore without my hands going numb at least once.
Nerve tests (basic electrocution) determined I have severe nerve damage in both hands. My orthopedic surgeon believes this is from bike riding and not Raynauds. He believes surgery will provide relief/comfort. But surgery is not possible until February. Ideally, I would prefer surgery at the beginning of December so that my ‘off-the-bike’ time would be December-February. I am not too keen with the idea of possibly starting Spring off the bike.
So, if I decide to postpone surgery, my orthopedic suggested having steroids injected into my wrists to provide some relief. He thinks I may even get a couple years of relief from the injections. Has anyone had this done? If so, did it help with the bike-numbness at all?
Nerve tests (basic electrocution) determined I have severe nerve damage in both hands. My orthopedic surgeon believes this is from bike riding and not Raynauds. He believes surgery will provide relief/comfort. But surgery is not possible until February. Ideally, I would prefer surgery at the beginning of December so that my ‘off-the-bike’ time would be December-February. I am not too keen with the idea of possibly starting Spring off the bike.
So, if I decide to postpone surgery, my orthopedic suggested having steroids injected into my wrists to provide some relief. He thinks I may even get a couple years of relief from the injections. Has anyone had this done? If so, did it help with the bike-numbness at all?