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A cortisone injection for carpal tunnel syndrome can temporarily reduce swelling around the median nerve and ease numbness, tingling, and pain. Relief may last weeks or months, but injections do not reliably provide lasting improvement. They are often considered for mild to moderate symptoms, alongside a plan to monitor nerve function and prevent worsening.
