CARPAL TUNNEL QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
What Is Wrist Pain a Symptom of?
There are several health conditions that can cause wrist pain. The most common is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, but there are others that range from Gout, to Arthritis, to DeQuervain’s Disease and to Tendonitis. Wrist pain can also be caused by trauma or injury from falling and catching yourself with your hands.
I am Pregnant. The surgeon said he can’t help me. What treatment can I do?
Don’t despair, despite your seemly bleak situation, there are options for you to treat your Carpal Tunnel Syndrome without resorting to Surgery, Steroid Injections or Oral Pain Medication. Doctors have developed natural treatment options for Carpal Tunnel that do not present any risks to Pregnant women and no risks for their unborn child either.
Are there ways to treat Carpal Tunnel without surgery?
Since Carpal Tunnel Surgery has only a 50 to 60 percent success rate and CTS comes back within 6 months to 7 years after surgery for 85% of people. Having a surgery performed on any condition that comes back is not ideal.
Why are my Carpal Tunnel Symptoms so much worse at night during sleep?
When a person suffering with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) goes to sleep, the blood circulation to the hand is restricted by the inflexible injured tissue and lymphatic pressure (swelling) that is pinching the Median Nerve.
Should I get a Nerve Conduction Study to Confirm I have CTS?
"I just want to get better and start sleeping through the night and stop dropping things and get on with my life. What do you recommend? Should I get the Nerve Study? Can I start treatment today?"
Is it Normal To Wake Up In The Morning With Numb Hands?
Thanks for your question, Michael. It reflects a common misconception that people with chronic Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) often develop.
I have no strength in my four fingers and my hand muscles are wasting away, Can I get my muscle back?
Thank you for your question, it is common for people suffering from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) to experience muscle atrophy in their hands, wrists and forearms
Can carpal tunnel syndrome cause anxiety and depression?
Great question. There are several factors common to Carpal Tunnel Syndrome that often lead to feelings of anxiety and even depression. Find out more here.
Is It possible for Carpal Tunnel to Return even after having the Operation?
"I am now suffering the same symptoms of Carpal Tunnel in my Right hand again...is it possible for it to return even after having the operation?"