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Over the last couple of years I have had a physical problem that sort of snuck up on me. I am looking for some advice, or thoughts on the problem, and the possible solution to the problem.
First, let me explain the physical ailment; the pain rarely pops up, but always flairs up when I am out riding my motorcycle. Basically in my inner wrist, up to about half way up my forearm (still in the inner side) I get a hell of a tingling sensation. Like I said, it's rarely an issue at this point, unless I am on the motorcycle. That ailment seems to me to be the start of carpal tunnel from what I have read.
My largest concern isn't so much the tingling, but rather an issue that I have had get worst and worst as the time has gone on. If I wake up in the middle of the night, or especially a long sleep, I can not seem to grip much of anything firmly with my dominant hand. It takes a minute of making a fist to really get my full grip. Right now, my grip is strong enough to hold anything under 15 pounds with ease, but past that and my hand will let the weight just slip right out of my hands...
My concern, if you haven't figured it out already, is I am very concerned with the "what if" situation of needing to use my XD 45 in a self defense situation. I'm worried that the situation may pop up where I won't be able to use my supporting hand and I run a high risk of limp wristing the pistol.
I was hoping somebody with helpful knowledge would chime in and give me some advice on the situation. While being strapped for cash, I am very strongly considering a revolver to reduce my fears of limp wristing in an intense situation.
First, let me explain the physical ailment; the pain rarely pops up, but always flairs up when I am out riding my motorcycle. Basically in my inner wrist, up to about half way up my forearm (still in the inner side) I get a hell of a tingling sensation. Like I said, it's rarely an issue at this point, unless I am on the motorcycle. That ailment seems to me to be the start of carpal tunnel from what I have read.
My largest concern isn't so much the tingling, but rather an issue that I have had get worst and worst as the time has gone on. If I wake up in the middle of the night, or especially a long sleep, I can not seem to grip much of anything firmly with my dominant hand. It takes a minute of making a fist to really get my full grip. Right now, my grip is strong enough to hold anything under 15 pounds with ease, but past that and my hand will let the weight just slip right out of my hands...
My concern, if you haven't figured it out already, is I am very concerned with the "what if" situation of needing to use my XD 45 in a self defense situation. I'm worried that the situation may pop up where I won't be able to use my supporting hand and I run a high risk of limp wristing the pistol.
I was hoping somebody with helpful knowledge would chime in and give me some advice on the situation. While being strapped for cash, I am very strongly considering a revolver to reduce my fears of limp wristing in an intense situation.