The base of the thumb—called the carpometacarpal ... and back toward your hand. Thumb pain can interfere with daily activities that require repetitive movements, gripping, and pinching.

You may feel it in one specific area (e.g., the base of your thumb) or experience widespread pain throughout your entire hand. Depending on the cause, hand pain may feel like: Many things can ...

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I noticed a dull ache in my hand when I held ... discomfort in your thumb and forearm, says Paul Ritchey, DrPH, an ergonomist at Consumer Reports. Neck and shoulder pain are also common.