<s>[INST] Hi Doctor s. I have carpel tunnel syndrome on my left hand and it hurts bad. It s numbing and the pain shoots up my arm. It s feels like needles on my finger tips. I do have an appt to see the Hand doctor on Tuesday for a cortizone shot, but what can I do NOW to relieve the pain. It actually woke me from my sleep. HELP. Thanks...Edna [/INST] It is an irritated nerve. While cannot say in your particular situation, generally ice pack, rest, brace, aspirin like drugs can all perhaps be helpful. </s>