Carpal tunnel syndrome

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a disorder in which the median nerve is compressed at the wrist causing symptoms like tingling, pain, coldness, and sometimes weakness in parts of the hand. It is the best known of a class of disorders called repetitive strain injuries.

Long term recovery

Long-term chronic carpal tunnel syndrome can result in permanent nerve damage. However, most carpal tunnel syndrome sufferers either change their hand use pattern or posture at work or find a soft tissue therapy that allows them to return to full activity without hand pain and sleep disruption. Most people end up prioritizing their activities and give up the least important activities so that they can minimize pain and perform the essential tasks.

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Many people change jobs to avoid continued repetitive stress tasks. Some find success by adjusting their repetitive movements, the frequency with which they do the movements, and the amount of time they rest between periods when they perform the movements. The early signs of carpal tunnel syndrome should not be ignored. Early denial of carpal tunnel strain is a sure way to lead to full carpal tunnel syndrome.

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