Living with lupus often means managing daily pain that affects the simplest tasks — from buttoning a shirt to holding a pen. For many people with lupus, joint and muscle pain in the hands is one of the most persistent and frustrating symptoms. While every case of lupus is unique, understanding why this pain happens can help you find real, lasting relief.
Why Lupus Causes Hand Pain
Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease which means the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissues. Over 90% of people with lupus experience joint or muscle pain at some point during their illness, and the small joints of the hands are among the most commonly affected.
Morning stiffness, pain that eases (but never fully disappears) throughout the day, and swelling that limits grip strength are hallmark signs of lupus arthritis. It often affects the same joints on both sides of the body — for example, both wrists or both hands — making everyday movement painful and exhausting.
The Link Between Lupus and Carpal Tunnel
Lupus-related inflammation can also trigger carpal tunnel syndrome, a condition where swelling compresses the nerves running through the wrist. This can cause tingling, numbness, and sharp pain in the fingers or palms, sometimes even waking you up at night. Supporting your wrists and keeping them gently warmed can help ease these symptoms and prevent further irritation.
How FIBREHEAT® Gloves Provide Comfort and Support
FIBREHEAT® gloves are designed to help lupus patients with hand pain find consistent, soothing relief. Our self-heating fabric technology helps retain and gently amplify your body’s natural warmth — no batteries, wires, or external heating sources needed.
The result is steady, therapeutic heat that helps relax stiff joints, improve circulation, and reduce inflammation-related discomfort, especially during flare-ups or in cooler environments.
Here’s how FIBREHEAT® gloves can make a difference:
- Gentle warmth therapy: Reduces morning stiffness and hand fatigue throughout the day.
- Soft and supportive: Stabilizes joints without restricting movement.
- Lightweight and breathable:Comfortable for all-day wear at home or on the go.
- Easy maintenance: Machine-washable and designed for daily comfort.
For lupus patients, maintaining warmth isn’t just about comfort, it’s about function and relief. Whether you’re typing, cooking, or simply relaxing, FIBREHEAT® gloves can help you move with less pain and more confidence.
Beyond Gloves: Relief Designed for You
FIBREHEAT® offers more than self-heating gloves! We have integrated our warming technology in socks, hats, neck warmers, blankets and more for maximum lupus pain relief no matter where or when it strikes.
