CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME

We Can Effectively Treat Carpal Tunnel Syndrome with Radial Shockwave, Ultrasound, and Other Physiotherapy Modalities!

Carpal tunnel refers to a narrow passageway on the palm side of your wrist that protects several vital structures such as the median nerve, tendons, and blood vessels. The repetitive hand motions like typing, health problems ( hypothyroidism, rheumatoid arthritis, obesity, and diabetes), and sports injuries can contribute to compression of median nerve passing through this passageway and leads to a condition known as “carpal tunnel syndrome“.

THIS MAY BE A RESULT OF:

• Position of your wrists while using keyboard/ mouse
• Prolonged exposure to vibrations (power tools, etc.)
• The repeated movement that overextends your wrist (playing piano/ typing)

WHO IS AT RISK FOR CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME?

Women are 3 times more likely to have carpal tunnel syndrome than men and are usually diagnosed at the ages of 30- 60. Lifestyle habits may increase the risk for carpal tunnel syndrome including; smoking, high salt intake, high body mass index (BMI), and more.

CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME

• Numbness/ tingling/ pain in your thumb and the first three fingers of your hand
• Pain and burning which travels up your arm
• Wrist pain at night
• Muscle spasms
• Weakness in the muscles of your hand

CONDITIONS & CAUSES LINKED TO CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME:

• Diabetes
• Thyroid dysfunction
• Fluid retention due to pregnancy/ menopause
• High blood pressure
• Autoimmune disorders/ rheumatoid arthritis
• Fractures/ trauma to the wrist

Inflammation can cause swelling which sometimes can interfere with blood flow.