It’s really interesting to consider how one condition might influence another, especially when it comes to hand use and changes in tissue over time. Sometimes reduced movement due to pain or weakness can lead to tightness or changes that feel related, even if the root causes are different. Sharing real-world experiences can help everyone see patterns that aren’t always obvious from medical descriptions alone. I’ve seen thoughtful posts in places like visagesculpture that remind me how useful patient perspectives are when we’re trying to piece these things together. Have you noticed if certain activities make your symptoms better or worse?