Carpal tunnel syndrome
The
carpal tunnel is formed by eight wrist bones called carpals, which form a
tunnel through which run nerves, and tendons. Repetition of tasks involving the hand and wrist
(often occupational) can cause swelling around the tendons, and in turn
compression and restriction of the nerves. This nerve compression is called “carpal tunnel
syndrome”. Working on a computer keyboard, or intensive
piano playing can cause carpal tunnel. Women are more likely to develop CTS than men,
and are especially vulnerable during pregnancy and
menopause.
SYMPTOMS
*painful
tingling in one or both hands, especially at
night
*feeling
that the fingers are weak and useless
*feeling
that fingers are swollen even though they are
not
*tingling in the hands during the day and weak
grip
*shooting pain from hand up as far as the
shoulder
Treatment
Acupuncture can be very effective in the treatment of
CTS. Treatment is usually twice weekly to begin with,
gradually decreasing to once a week. The length of a course of treatment may vary from
as little as 6 treatments, through to 12 or more treatments for full
resolution of the problem.
Clinical trials show that acupuncture can restore
normal, healthy nerve function, resolve swelling and provide long term
pain relief.
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