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Carpal Tunnel

Preventing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

In this era of personal computers, laptops, and other high-tech electronic equipment, one would think the modern office-place would be virtually free of any workplace-related injuries.  The bad news is all that repetitive hand and wrist motion is causing more and more cases of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). CTS is caused by pressure or aggravation of the median nerve that runs through the carpal tunnel of your wrist, causing pain, numbness and that tingling sensation.… Read More

Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy Help Alleviate Symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

According to Beth Kozera, there are a variety of factors that can cause carpal tunnel syndrome including: Genetics or a patient’s anatomical structure of the wrist Pregnancy, which causes increased inflammation in the body Sleeping with wrists in flexed position Repetitive work like typing and workstations that are not ergonomically set up Hand tool use- drill or nail gun for heavy laborers, scissors and comb/brush for hairdresser, mixer and knife for chef/cook Tom explains that the majority of patients they see with carpal tunnel symptoms are individuals with office jobs who work at computers and perform repetitive movements.… Read More

New Surgical Technique Provides Relief for Patients with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve in the carpal tunnel of the wrist is compressed. The carpal tunnel is located at the wrist on the palm side of the hand, just beneath the skin’s surface. When this nerve is compressed it results in a variety of uncomfortable symptoms, including: Numbness and tingling in the hand and fingers, commonly the thumb, index, middle and half the ring finger “Pins and needles” sensation in the hand and fingers Weakness in the hand/trouble grasping objects Symptoms worsen at night, when driving, typing on the computer or any other tasks that require repetitive activity with the hands It is important to note that using a computer and repetitive motion do not cause Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.… Read More

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