samedi 21 mai 2016

Pain Caused By Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Alleviated By Charlotte Chiropractor

By Jay Dy


If someone experiences numbness in the index, middle finger and thumb it may be an early sign of carpal tunnel syndrome. These symptoms do not extend to the little finger and the feeling is not constant. The hand is weak and the individual starts to drop things. An appointment with a Charlotte Chiropractor should be made to plan care for this condition which is caused by compression of the median nerve.

Carpal tunnel syndrome is named for the median nerve, which can be compressed as it passes from the forearm to activate the muscles located around the base of your thumb. When compressed, it cannot transmit the signals in the normal way. Chiropractic methods have shown success in alleviating the pain caused by this common repetitive stress injury.

You will discuss all the details of your injury during the first chiropractic appointment. The evaluation will include a physical exam of the wrist and range of motion testing. An x-ray can help to confirm you have this repetitive stress injury. Due to the narrow tunnel from forearm to hand, compression happens frequently.

Research indicates that misaligned vertebrae in the upper back may be responsible for, or at least contribute to the pain in the wrist. In women, the carpal tunnel being narrow due to her smaller stature makes it more likely she will develop this condition. Men, who are generally larger in size, are statistically less susceptible to it.

Recommended chiropractic care might include spinal adjustments to the neck and upper back. Cold applications can reduce inflammation. The wrist is often immobilized temporarily using a sling. A non-strenuous routine of exercise is effective for some clients. Every person has a unique version of the disorder. Care for each is individualized to be beneficial for their specific circumstances.

The research studies done on those who had corrective surgery for carpal tunnel reported a failure rate of over fifty percent. Some women who underwent surgery twice were still unable to work due to ongoing pain. Not surprisingly, chiropractic methods of care are gaining in popularity for pain alleviation from this all too common condition.




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