Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome treatment in Virginia Beach!
Carpal tunnel syndrome is the most common entrapment (pinched nerve) syndrome. Symptoms of
The median nerve that runs from the neck to the hand is compressed at the wrist between the carpal (wrist) bones and the retinaculum (ligament). The primary cause is a subluxated or malpositioned carpal bone, poorly healed fracture or substantial arthritis. Pain and numbness and tingling can travel to any part of the nerve and can be debilitating in severity. Pins and needles, muscle weakness, loss of grip strength as well as a burning sensation can all be present.
Recommended home therapy includes ice, transverse friction massage, using a cervical pillow, avoid heavy lifting and to wear a cock up splint on the wrists at night. These braces and techniques are available at New Life Chiropractic of Virginia Beach. Call today for a same day appointment. 757-222-0910