Carpal Tunnel

There are a number of different ways to treat carpal tunnel. In most cases, specific chiropractic adjustments to the affected area are extremely effective.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) has become one of the most widespread occupational health problems we face today. It affects millions of people a year, and with our growing reliance on computers there seems to be no end in sight.The syndrome is caused by pressure on the median nerve just above the wrist. Pressure on this nerve can be caused by an injury or sustained use from common activities like typing, chopping, hammering, or pushing (over use syndrome). It can ever be caused or made worse by sleeping with your hand bent at the wrist, often tucked up under your neck or chin. Symptoms of CTS range from wrist pain, numbness, tingling, burning, weakness or loss of grip strength, and loss of sleep due to discomfort.

The most common symptom of CTS is numbness and or tingling to the thumb and first two fingers. People often report that they have lost grip strength in the affected hand. This is usually noticed when trying to pick up a cup of coffee. If the symptoms involve just the last two fingers it is often misdiagnosed as CTS but is actually something just at treatable (ulnar nerve).  

There are a number of different ways to treat CTS. In most cases, a chiropractic adjustment to the affected area is an extremely effective solution. In some cases, a misalignment in either the back or neck can cause this condition, and chiropractic manipulation of the neck and/or spine can also serve as an effective treatment option. These treatments, along with physical therapy, stretching, and strengthening exercises, can in most cases effectively alleviate and eventually eliminate the symptoms associated with CTS.

At Millar Chiropractic Clinic, Dr Greg Millar DC CCEP is board certified in extremities and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) and its non surgical treatments. We use all the latest equipment including traction and laser treatments. Call today for a free consultation appointment. All you have to lose is the Pain.