Carpal Tunnel

In your wrist, there is a narrow passageway or bridge formed from bone and ligament. This protects the median nerve and nine tendons that travel from the forearm to the hand. The median nerve provides feeling and movement to your thumb and your fingers. 

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome occurs when pressure from the narrow bridge compresses the median nerve. Common symptoms include 

• Numbness and tingling in your thumb and fingers 

• Pain or a mild shock that travels up your arm 

• Loss of strength in your hands 

• Pain is worse at night 

Causes

Swelling or narrowing of the wrist space can be caused by repetitive hand motions, using vibrating tools, and health conditions such as diabetes or rheumatoid arthritis. Hormonal changes are also a risk factor for carpal tunnel, especially during pregnancy or menopause. Finally anatomy some individuals are born with smaller carpal tunnels which predispose them to this condition.

Treatment 

There are non-surgical and surgical care options for this condition. Non-surgical care includes wearing splints at night or allowing your hands to rest during the day. The surgical option involves a minor procedure where the carpal tunnel is cut, which releases the tension of the ligaments pressing on the nerve.  

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