Doctors of Chiropractic frequently see patients with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). It is a very common condition and usually responds well to the non-surgical chiropractic treatment approaches including hand, wrist, elbow, shoulder, and/or neck manipulation, myofascial release techniques, wrist splint use—especially at night, workstation evaluation and modifications, physiotherapy modality use (such as electrical stimulation, low […]
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) – “Fact Sheet”
What is it? Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) occurs when the median nerve is “pinched” as it passes through the carpal tunnel. What are the symptoms? CTS symptoms include numbness, tingling, or a half asleep sensation into the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th fingers. This is often worse at night due to the wrist being bent during […]
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) – Exercise Options
Because carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a “cumulative trauma” condition where repetitive motion results in overuse and subsequent injury to multiple areas in the upper extremities, there are many exercise options for patients with CTS. Most exercises address the forearm, wrist, and hand as well as the neck, shoulder, and elbow, depending on the extent […]
Prompt Treatment is Best!
Many people suffer from CTS (Carpal Tunnel Syndrome) and unfortunately, often ignore the initial symptoms of numbness or tingling in the hand(s). These early symptoms are typically not too alarming and hence, they often do not raise the level of concern until more intense symptoms occur, such as waking up from sleep due to numbness; […]
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) – Common Issues
You are driving down the road and you notice numbness and tingling in your fingers. You find temporary help by shaking and flicking the fingers, trying to “wake them up.” You’ve also noticed your sleep is becoming interrupted and the need to shake and flick the fingers in the middle of the night is becoming […]
Carpal Tunnel and Computer Work
Approximately two-thirds of employees from industrialized nations use a computer on a daily basis and one in five spend at least 75% of their total work time behind a computer. It’s no wonder so many people suffer from carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) in addition to neck, shoulder, and arm pain. There are many reasons for […]
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS): Management Strategies
Interestingly, it is the rule rather than the exception that carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is accompanied by other conditions also caused by repetitive types of activities such as work duties and/or hobbies. Therefore, a very important treatment strategy is educating the patient about the causes of CTS and other repetitive motion injuries that usually accompany […]
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome – Chiropractic vs. Medical Treatment
There are many patients who suffer from carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). In fact, CTS is one of the most common work-related injuries. In spite of multiple studies that show the benefits of chiropractic treatment for patients suffering from CTS, many medical doctors are unaware of the studies and still tell their patients that chiropractic treatment […]
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Its Many Causes!!!
Did you know that carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) can result from many conditions and not just over-use activities? There can also be a combination of causes such as a highly repetitive job plus other factors like the use of birth control pills (BCPs), low thyroid function, arthritis, and others. For example, a worker in a […]
Who Else Thinks They Need Carpal Tunnel Surgery?
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is very common condition with symptoms that can vary from periodic tingling in the fingers to a debilitating disorder that can stop activities at home and work. The cause is usually gradual due to repeated movements, especially fast-paced motions such as prolonged practicing of a musical instrument, typing, various hobbies (knitting […]
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