Hello All,
I am hoping that one of you can answer this question:
Why do fingernails on our 'strong' hand grow faster than those on our 'weak' hand? What if, like me, a person is ambidextrous? I find I have to cut my nails on both hands equally since I don't have a 'weak' hand.
Why do you think this might be?
Patsy.
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RE: Fingernails
Is this really true Patsy? I haven't noticed, and I'm right handed. But if it is I would guess it's to do with circulation. Any body part which is used more will have better circulation of the blood and lymph - and the reverse is true, hence ulcers in the lower limbs of people who don't move about much. The nail beds would benefit fromthe increased blood flow and work harder to make more nail. Just a guess on my part.
Sharon
RE: Fingernails
To be honest not sure mine do as they both get cut at the same time. However Spinal Music's theory might hold water as some of my fingers grow faster than others and the one that is slowest is the one that seems to suffer from RSI a bit which I guess is partly being caused by nerve or bloodflow damage (and typing).
Trev
RE: Fingernails
This is interesting......................
I'm right handed, but to be honest, I always find that the fingernails on myy left hand grow quickest!
RE: Fingernails
Talking about nails.......it amazes me how so many manifestations in the body appear on or in the nails...you know how they say that eyes are a good indication of health......... consider this than.
.Chronic respiratory disorders produce clubbing of the nails,also congenital heart disease produces nail clubbing and cynosis blue nails,.....prolonged fever ,chronic alcoholism ,some acute fevers produce a line across the nail know as Beau lines.....not to mention if the person you are treating presents insidious neck pain plus nail change check for the possibilities of psoriatic arthritis in the cervical spine and hand....................no wonder whenever i check in with my local Homeopath he always says lets have a look at your hands than......white spots hmmmm...you been neglecting yr zinc than.......massage therapy