I figured this was probably the start of developing carpal tunnel syndrome, so I've decreased the frequency of my sessions and my arm and wrist area seem to be pretty much fine. Was I right about the carpal tunnel?
I think you were. Carpal tunnel syndrome is known as a repetitive stress (or motion) injury, meaning it results from a movement done over and over. Certain masturbation styles certainly qualify: Anatomically, the carpal tunnel – literally a tunnel between the carpal bones, through which nerves pass – is located in the wrist, so it's possible to develop carpal tunnel syndrome if your wrist bones are moving a lot when you masturbate. If you're experiencing tingling or numbness during or after masturbation, I suggest changing your technique slightly so you aren't using as much wrist action. Try to hold your wrist steady, so that your hand moves as one with your forearm, and create the motion in your elbow instead. If that's difficult for you, consider wearing a wrist brace when you masturbate. Either way, you'll take a lot of that repetitive stress off the nerves that pass through the carpal tunnel, and the condition should improve.
Do you find yourself masturbating more often during some seasons than others? Why?
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