Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a nerve compression disorder of the upper extremity that affects over 8 million people in the United States. It affects the wrist and hands of many people, primarily at night. More severe cases can lead to loss of time at work and limited mobility in the wrist and hand. According to the National Center for Health Statistics, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is one of the leading causes for work related absences. Carpal Tunnel can have many causes. Some causes of Carpal Tunnel are too much pressure on the wrist, rheumatoid arthritis, overuse or misuse of powerful tools, excessive stress at work and swelling of the wrist. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is three times more likely to affect woman than men. This is because the actual carpal tunnel in woman are usually smaller than in men.
Some symptoms of Carpal Tunnel may include:
- Burning, tingling and itching in the palm of the hand and fingers
- Numbness and swelling of the fingers
- Decreased strength in grip
- Difficulty making a fist and decreased strength
- In more severe cases, the ability to tell the difference between hot and cold may be altered
- Although many people believe that it is, writer's cramp is not a symptom of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
If you, or someone you know, has Carpal Tunnel Syndrome or is affected by some of these symptoms, there are many natural ways to treat it. Please feel free to call our office to schedule a free initial consultation. 404-396-2224
In Great Health,
Perimeter Spine and Rehabilitation Center
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