Many people suffering from wrist and hand pain struggle with carpal tunnel syndrome. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve which runs from the forearm into the hand becomes pressed or squeezed at the wrist. This nerve, called the median nerve, controls sensations to the palm side of the thumb and fingers, as well as impulses to some small muscles in the hand that allow the fingers and thumb to move.
The carpal tunnel – a narrow, rigid passageway of ligament and bones at the base of the hand – houses the median nerve and tendons. Sometimes, thickening from irritated tendons or other swelling narrows the tunnel and causes the median nerve to be compressed. The result may be pain, weakness or numbness in the hand and wrist, radiating up the arm. Although painful sensations may indicate other conditions, carpal tunnel syndrome is the most common and widely known.
Treatments available for:
- Fractures
- Infections
- Dislocations
- Animal and Human Bites
- Power Tool Injuries
- Nerve Damage
- Nerve Compression (Including Carpal Tunnel Syndrome & Cubital Tunnel Syndrome)
- Wrist Sprain
- Ligament Injuries of the Fingers and Wrist
- Arthritis
- Trigger Finger
- Mallet Finger
- DeQuervain’s Tenosynovitis
- Cysts
- Dupuytren’s Contracture
Call us today if you are struggling with your hand, wrist or arm, or if you need treatment for a diagnosed case. We’re here to help!
We can give you a consultation for your wrist, hand and arm pain or injury with a recommended course of action to bring you relief.