One of the most common orthopedic conditions that people suffer from, carpal tunnel syndrome, affects the hand and arm. Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common medical condition that causes pain and tingling in the hand or arm. The condition develops when the median nerve that runs through the carpal tunnel in the wrist is squeezed […]
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome is one of the most common complaints of nerve impingement. The anatomy of the wrist, health issues, and repetitive hand motions can all contribute to the development of carpal tunnel syndrome. The median nerve travels through a protective sheath in the wrist area called the carpal tunnel. When the median nerve is […]
Treating Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Most people are familiar with carpal tunnel syndrome as an overuse injury that occurs from not keeping the hands and wrists properly aligned or positioned when doing repetitive tasks like typing or sewing. That pain or tingling in your hands and fingers can make even the slightest movement painful. But carpal tunnel syndrome is more […]
Do I Need to See a Hand Specialist for My Carpal Tunnel?
If you have carpal tunnel syndrome, you have probably wondered which type of doctor is best for treating your condition. Some people would tell you to see your primary care physician, while others may say an orthopedic physician would be preferred. Ideally, an orthopedic hand specialist would be your best choice in getting a correct […]
Does Typing Cause RSI?
Repetitive Strain Injury, or RSI, is not usually a mystery to the person who suffers from it. If there is an activity that you perform repeatedly in the course of work or playing a sport, it is not a surprise when the part of your body that is involved in one or more of these […]