Thumb shaking is due to any fracture or injury to the muscles, bones, and ligaments supporting the thumb. It is rarely a serious disorder. However, it may cause twitching of muscles for a short duration, ceasing on its own.
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Why does my thumb quiver while holding anything?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 23 years old. I have been having some problems with my thumb. My thumb starts shaking when I use my smartphone or hold a remote control. It started with numbness right below the nail of my thumb. The numbness went away but now it shakes up, down, left, and right. Sometimes, it goes a... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read through your question and would like to tell you that stiffness and numbness in the thumb can be caused by a number of conditions. The most common cause is a nerve compression or pinched nerve. Carpal tunnel syndrome also causes numbness in the thumb. A ... Read Full »
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