Carpal tunnel syndrome

Carpal tunnel syndrome is characterized by pain across the wrist and palm of the hand. It can be extremely painful in certain cases. It is created by tension on the median nerve which originates at the mid to lower neck and travel all the way down to the hand. It can be caused by repetitive use of the hands especially in those who type on keyboards frequently or other occupations that require continuous use of the hand and wrist. Common medical management of carpal tunnel syndrome include wearing wrist braces for support and surgery to enlarge the “carpal tunnel” which is a small passage way that the median nerve travels through at the wrist.

The most overlooked cause of carpal tunnel syndrome is malposition of the neck vertebra (or subluxation). Subluxations cause pressure on the origin of the median nerve and refer pain way down by the wrist. It’s very similar to how pressure to the sciatic nerve causes lower leg or foot pain. Chiropractic care has been overwhelmingly successful at curing carpal tunnel syndrome for the past century. It’s a painless and safe way to restore the alignment of the neck and free the nerves that are causing the wrist pain. Please feel free to ask questions about your condition. We are here to help!!