CARPAL
TUNNEL SYNDROME (CTS)
What is carpal tunnel
syndrome? CTS is a painful nerve problem that interferes with
the use of your hand. Carpal Tunnel syndrome is caused by
wear and tear, misaligned joint or fluid retention. Repetitive
tasks such as typing cause it. CTS occur when tissue or bone
puts pressure on the nerve that runs from the neck through
the wrist to the fingers. An inefficient arm muscle and joint
mechanics puts stress on the wrist joint swelling the nerve
in the wrist. Due to a tight ligament band across the wrist
forces the swelling to pinch the nerve.
Can Chiropractic care help me? You chiropractor looks at your
overall health, focusing on your lifestyle. You doctor moves
your hand and wrist to check for pain, swelling and restricted
range of motion and will recommend a treatment program to
reduce the pain and improve the range of motion in your wrist.
Based on the results of your exam and tests, your doctor of
chiropractic will recommend a treatment program to reduce
the pain and improve the range of motion in your wrist and
make your arm and hand an efficient muscle and joint system.
It can be a very affective treatment since your Chiropractor
is treating the cause. Surgery is hardly ever needed.
