The numbness, tingling and pain over palms,
pain can extend to the elbow and interfere with
finger movement with weakness of grip. Your physician should check for diabetes, hypothyroidism, as these may be associated. Apart from clinical examination, electromyography and nerve conduction test may be done. You can try hot and cold compresses, splint, and change of nature of work for some time, over the counter painkillers and corticosteroids injections given into the carpal tunnel area helps.