Physical Therapy Guide to Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common condition that causes pain, numbness, and weakness in the wrist and hand. CTS can affect the use of the entire arm. It is caused by pressure on the nerve at the base of the palm (median nerve). Because of the constant demands people place on their hands and wrists, surgery may be needed when symptoms are severe. For many people with CTS, however, physical therapy treatment can relieve pain and numbness. It often can help restore normal hand, wrist, and arm use without the need for surgery.
Physical therapists are movement experts. They improve quality of life through hands-on care, patient education, and prescribed movement. Please let us know if we can help you or a loved one evaluate and treta CTS!