CTS: carpal tunnel syndrome (repetitive motion injury) ~ alternate treatments

Written by Stephanie Olsen


Carpal tunnel syndrome ("CTS") is certainly not a life-threatening condition, but it can be life-altering and should be treated seriously.

Symptoms

Most people realize that something is amiss when they either wake up with (or are woken up by) pain and/or numbness in one or both hands. Take note ifrepparttar "pins and needles" extend to your little finger, as your doctor will need that information to make a correct diagnosis.

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Causes

Carpal tunnel syndrome is linked most often to obesity and to any repetitive motion (such as typing). Physically, it is caused whenrepparttar 115682 wrist tunnel pinches a nerve and, left untreated, CTS can cause permanent damage. The condition does worsen over time and some activities exacerbaterepparttar 115683 condition, so if you suspect that you have a repetitive motion injury, don't let it go either undiagnosed or untreated.

Treatment

Immediate rest ofrepparttar 115684 injured wrist is usually called for, keeping it in a neutral position (not flexed or extended) so thatrepparttar 115685 carpal tunnel is unconstricted, givingrepparttar 115686 nerve as much room as possible. Moderate Vitamin B-6 therapy might be suggested, but take note that evidence of relief is anecdotal and that there are warnings of high usage linked to cancer.

Powerful Feng Shui Tips for Health & Well-Being

Written by Vicky White


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