Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

The carpal tunnel is a bone and ligament-encased channel on the inside of the palm. Compression of the median nerve can cause numbness, tingling, and weakness in the hand and arm. Carpal tunnel syndrome can be caused by the anatomical nature of your wrist, underlying health issues, and repeated hand movements. You can get rid of tingling and numbness and regain your former wrist and hand functions with the right treatment.

Symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome 

Tingling or numbness, as well as weakness, are the most typical symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome. The tingling or numb sensation is similar to an electric shock. Your thumb and index finger are afflicted, as are your middle and ring fingers, but your pinky finger is unaffected.This sensation can spread from your wrist to your arm. Most people use their hands to get rid of this feeling, but over time it can become constant. Because of the weakness caused by carpal tunnel syndrome, you may drop objects in your hand.  This may be due to weakness in the pinched muscles of your thumb, which are also controlled by the median nerve.

Risk factors for carpal tunnel syndrome  
Although many factors do not directly cause carpal tunnel syndrome, they can increase the risk of damage or irritation to the median nerve.

Anatomical factors: Deformed small bones in the wrist can change the carpal tunnel area, putting pressure on the median nerve. 
Gender: Women have a smaller carpal tunnel area than men, so carpal tunnel syndrome is more common in women. 
Conditions that can damage the nerves: Some chronic diseases, such as diabetes, increase your risk of nerve damage. 
Obesity: Being obese is a risk factor for carpal tunnel syndrome. 
Changes in body fluid: Edema can increase the pressure in your carpal tunnel and irritate the median nerve. This is common during pregnancy and menopause. Pregnancy-related carpal tunnel syndrome usually resolves on its own after pregnancy. 
Prevention of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome 
The most effective measure you can take for carpal tunnel syndrome is to minimize the stress on your wrist.

Reduce the force you apply and loosen your grip. If your job requires you to work on the keyboard, press the keys more gently.  
Take short breaks. Gently stretch and stretch your hands during each break. 
Pay attention to your form. Avoid bending your wrist completely up or down. If you use a keyboard, hold it at elbow level or slightly lower.
Keep your hands warm. Your hand is more likely to hurt if you work in a cold environment. If you cannot regulate the temperature at work, you can wear gloves to keep your hands and wrists warm.