baggydog

Just to add to the topic: If you are experiencing ANY pain in your arms (hands, wrists, elbow, and shoulders) or you wake up with numbness then you should see a Hand Surgeon for an evaluation. Do not see just a regular orthopedic surgeon. They will not have the specialty training that a Hand Surgeon will have. If they recommend surgery for a carpal tunnel release or therapy then make certain that they refer you a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) and not just a regular Physical Therapist (PT). The CHT’s are typically Occupational Therapists that have specialty training and focus their practice solely on hand rehab. That is not to say that a PT can’t also be a CHT but this is typically not the case. Just make certain that you are being seen by specialists in upper extremity issues!

My wife is a CHT and has worked for docs that are surgery focused. There is too much $ in surgery. Add in uninformed patients that want a quick fix and you get a lot of unnecessary cutting.

I like your stand. Wish I had it when I was a road warrior. This is what I used to lug around:

http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Alto-Cordless-Notebook-Stand/dp/B000RZRXYE

Its worth a consult at least. A doctor could order therapy where the CHT could make you a splint to keep you from pinching it that you could wear at night.

Check this out: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radial_neuropathy

Don't be scared. Reddit is not a good way to get diagnosed but if you think you are injuring yourself there are people out there that can help.