jack hammer syndrome

Site , also known as vibration white finger, hand-arm vibration syndrome or dead finger syndrome, can cause debilitating pain in the hands and wrists. This condition is induced by vibrations from tools such as jackhammers or hand-held power tools. Symptoms vary from numbness to tingling and severe pain in the fingers and hands. People who work with these power instruments or those employed in construction are at the highest risk of this painful affliction. Treatment ranges from taking rest and protective measures such as splinting the affected fingers to anti-inflammatory medication or even surgery in more extreme cases. Over time, if ignored, the syndrome can lead to permanent nerve and blood vessel damage and restrictions in the hands and fingers.