Dear Marguerite
I have had polymyalgia rheumatica for 2-1/2 years now, and I get the same tingling feeling and pain in my hands. As I understand it, there is a condition by the awful name of fat cell arthritis that often accompanies poly. rheumatic, which means basically the blood flow is being restricted. What I do is put my hands under running very warm water up my arms as far as I can, and move my fingers vigorously. Hot water heat and movement in hot water does help somewhat. You must keep your fingers moving to help the flow of blood. Also, drink lots of water, as semi dedyration can restrict the flow of blood too, which increases the tingling feeling. Hope this helps some. :) Betty