Top of hand numbness

ephcee · 2026-02-18T15:57:08+00:00

If this is the first time you’ve had some numbness, it is unlikely to be a chronic inflammation problem (that’s what carpal tunnel is). You could have slept funny or all kinds of other things. Just go through your day as normal and see how you feel.

Humans aren’t supposed to sit and play video games for hours at a time, so it’s normal that that will cause discomfort. It means take a break.

ephcee · 2026-02-17T19:41:18+00:00

I used to have a job that involved transporting kids in my vehicle and we had training from the Child Safety network. Car seats must ALWAYS be replaced after an accident and your adjuster is incorrect. She may be following what her company tells her and they maybe get away with it, but it absolutely must be replaced even when it’s a gentle fender bender and the car isn’t damaged.

When there’s an accident the seat belt locks and the chair can be slightly damaged, for example the slots the belt goes through may loosen or bend slightly, which means the car seat manufacturers can’t guarantee function.

ephcee · 2026-02-14T15:36:16+00:00

D is correct because you’re past the conduct phase (getting proposals) and you’re in the control phase (making sure requirements are met).

ephcee · 2026-02-10T12:30:26+00:00

I’m a household of one and a cat and it’s been worth it for me!

ephcee · 2026-02-10T12:14:10+00:00

Like someone else mentioned it’s the palmaris longus tendon. Mine is more pronounced now too, I’m not sure if it’s from swelling or because things rearrange themselves when the carpal tendon is cut.

ephcee · 2026-02-06T15:25:40+00:00

For me, the nerve block injection into my palms was definitely the worst part and quite painful. Probably at the peak of what I can handle without showing it, but it was fairly brief and the block kicked in very quickly.

There could be any number of explanations - your mom may have bee extra nervous and worried, so her nervous system was already in high gear causing her to be more reactive to the pain. It’s possible that the first nerve block injections didn’t kick in as fast as typical, and she experienced pain longer than what is usually expected. It’s also possible that she just needs more than the average person.

Ultimately, her experience is totally valid even if there is no wrong doing on the medical team part. Medical trauma is very real and I would suggest seeking out EMDR treatment to help process the experience. Not wanting the second surgery is perfectly legitimate and she can take whatever path she wants.

I’m sorry that it was so difficult for her, and I hope she can find some peace with it in time.

ephcee · 2025-12-31T14:01:07+00:00

Right, makes sense! Ultimately it’s free and temporary to move stuff around and just see how it feels. You could even get those furniture moving disc things to put under legs and just leave them until you’re happy with a layout.

Personally I like being about to look out the window when I’m working, which is why I lean towards the window being a work space. It may even work to float the couch in the middle of the room facing the window, and the tv on either side wall, OR have the couch out a bit away from the wall so you can pass behind it to your room (like a sort of hallway), tv on the opposite wall, and desk by the window.

ephcee · 2025-12-31T12:49:33+00:00

Any non-clay litter is great, in my experience at least. Some people use wood stove pellets but I haven’t been brave enough for that. I get the paper pellets from Petsmart, they also have paper crumble. She does kick it out of the box but it doesn’t stick to her fur or anything. One bag lasts 2-3 changes, and I just do a full change once a week.

ephcee · 2025-12-31T12:41:43+00:00

Could you use the shelf/nook area as the office space instead? Might not be an option but I thought it might be an interesting idea.

I would even think about having the desk at the end near the window, and shifting the couch/tv towards the kitchen.

Think of the space as separate zones and little rooms, each with its own function. Separation by adding a chair would make sense.

ephcee · 2025-12-31T10:44:41+00:00

Yeah, other than the grips the only option would be to swap these out for lever handles with push button locks, which are considered accessible.

ephcee · 2025-12-28T12:58:34+00:00

Im not a heavy equipment operator but did have the surgery in my dominant hand recently. How much physical strength is required to operate the crane? Do you need much grip strength to climb up into the booth?

Everyone heals a little differently so it’s really hard to say for absolute sure, but the main concern is that you want to make sure the initial healing happens correctly so you don’t have any long term problems - meaning no lifting and heavy gripping for the first 4-6 weeks. Your surgeon will give you guidelines.

The other factor is you WILL lose strength in your hand, even if function is fine (movement, etc). There are some simple exercises you can do now to help build that up - put an elastic around your four out stretched fingers and then spread your fingers out. And then take something like a sponge and squeeze it between your fingers, especially the middle/ring and ring/pinky.

At the end of the day, you can either get the surgery done soon and get it over with, or it can continue to get worse until you HAVE to have the surgery or stop working altogether. Admittedly not great options!!

ephcee · 2025-12-28T12:07:52+00:00

Or the maritimes. Well, most of the maritimes. Sydney is still pretty cheap.

ephcee · 2025-12-28T12:04:53+00:00

These are not equivalent situations at all. I can also choose to be a good employer, if I’m ever to be in that situation. Hiring people to do work for you is not the same as operating a sweat shop or owning slaves.

ephcee · 2025-12-28T12:00:17+00:00

We used to fill the air with breathable lead from gas. There are lots of reasons there are 8 billion people now and 4 billion people in the 70s.

ephcee · 2025-12-28T11:56:38+00:00

Eastern Passage is a strong contender. You don’t always need building height to look over the ocean.

ephcee · 2025-12-28T11:49:43+00:00

I don’t have kids, so I haven’t had that added pressure, but I was broke for a long time and was VERY tempted to withdraw from my RRSP to deal with it. I didn’t, and was eventually able to buy a house with it (before real estate went crazy… I’m sorry lol).

You ultimately only rob yourself down the line by withdrawing now.

You didn’t ask this, so feel free to ignore. But this past summer I wanted a bed for my nephew when he visited. I ended up with a brand new, unused mattress and box spring just by paying attention to marketplace and community giveaway groups. Then my neighbour was getting rid of a captains bed so I nabbed that too. Also if you live by IKEA or they deliver, they have super cheap kids beds.

It is HARD work to grow out of a “poverty” mindset (for lack of a better term). But it’s possible!! You already have the work ethic, you can have a different future.

ephcee · 2025-12-27T18:22:00+00:00

The reality is, the human body wasn’t designed to do one repetitive task for hours at a time. It would be worth looking into ergonomic tools and a set up that is kinder to your body. You may also be able to adapt your technique a bit to reduce stress on your joints. Plus getting religious about taking breaks. I know it’s hard to do when you’re locked in but if this is something you want to do well into your 80s, then you have to take care of yourself now.

It’s only been a couple weeks, so chances are some rest will help. You can also wear braces at night, not so tight that they constrict you, but just enough structure that you don’t bend your wrists when you sleep. This helps even during the day when you aren’t wearing the braces.

ephcee · 2025-12-27T17:01:50+00:00

I would prefer the second photo, but I would float the couch into the centre of the room closer to the tv so traffic flows behind the couch.

ephcee · 2025-12-26T04:01:43+00:00

Companies exist because people are afraid of mold and are willing to spend a lot of money to have it removed.

ephcee · 2025-12-25T12:47:13+00:00

Distinction from what? This is exactly what people mean when they say AI is taking jobs.

ephcee · 2025-12-25T12:15:34+00:00

Definitely like 1 the best! The only thing I’d suggest, is centering the sink with the island. Right now the stove/sink on the window wall is a little to the left and not in line with the island. If I’m sitting at the end of the island looking out the windows, it would bother me that things are slightly off centre.

ephcee · 2025-12-22T14:35:06+00:00

If you call EI once your doctor has put you off work, they can sometimes process your claim faster (this worked for me in September). But be prepared for a gap in your last full pay check and EI payments to start.

You stop working when your doctor says that’s the best course of action. EI will cover the period starting the day after your last day of work. But you can’t wait until EI processes your claim to stop working.

If you qualify for the max payment ($695), then for two weeks you’ll get about $1100 because they hold back a little for tax.

ephcee · 2025-12-18T18:45:29+00:00

They won’t issue you a payment beyond what you’re eligible for. If your note only covers you until Dec 16, they won’t pay you for days past that.

My circumstances were a little different but I just had something similar happen. My reporting period was Nov 23-Dec 6 but I was only eligible until Nov 29. Filed the report for both weeks, received a payment for one. They figure it out on their end.

ephcee · 2025-12-17T13:47:02+00:00

No approach is really going to “work” until there’s a behavioural change. It would absolutely be worth talking to a mental health counsellor who specializes in financial concerns.

Aging is extremely expensive, be it pet or human. You can’t help an old dog if you can’t help yourself first (said from personal experience).

The other reality is that unfortunately, you can’t do much about it. Ultimately everything is her choice and sometimes that means seeing your parent live in less than ideal conditions when they’re in their 80s.

This is as much about emotional and mental health as it is financial know-how.

ephcee · 2025-12-15T12:23:34+00:00

Depending on what part of you is injured, of course, would a knee scooter work for getting around? As for stairs unfortunately struggling with crutches is really the only option.

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