Did you know that 1 to 5% of all people will develop carpal tunnel syndrome at some point in their lives? If you have carpal tunnel syndrome or know someone who has it, you know that it can be a painful and frustrating condition. While some pain medications may be able to cover up the […]
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How an Ergonomic Mouse for Carpal Tunnel Can Ease Your Wrist Pain
If there is one part of the body that is consistently underestimated, it has to be the wrists. Most of us might not even realize it, but our wrists and hands take on a lot throughout our day-to-day life. In fact, they’re probably two of the most neglected areas of the skeleton. If you work […]
Continue readingHow to Alleviate Wrist Pain With an Ergonomic Keyboard for Carpal Tunnel
If your daily job involves hours of sitting at a computer, you have no doubt heard of carpal tunnel syndrome. You may be surprised to learn that this syndrome is not limited to typists. Approximately five percent of adults suffer from this repetitive stress injury. Carpal tunnel Syndrome is also known as CTS or even just wrist […]
Continue readingHow Long Is the Recovery From Carpal Tunnel Surgery? Everything You Should Know Before Your Appointment
If you have been diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome or suspect that you might be suffering from it, it’s important to recognize what options you have for treatment and surgery. Perhaps you’re also wondering how long is recovery from carpal tunnel surgery? And how long will it be before you can resume normal activities? Experiencing […]
Continue readingWhat Are the Best Carpal Tunnel Exercises?
Carpal tunnel is a massive pain in your fingers and wrists. Literally. Whether you sit at a desk and type for a living, constantly lift and move things, or play an instrument, you’ve likely dealt with at least a day or two of carpal tunnel symptoms before. So have around three to six percent of all Americans. However, […]
Continue readingHow Does Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery and Recovery Work?
From typing on our phones to opening doors we use her hands every day for simple tasks. Imagine going through every day where simple movements cause you sharp pain. People with carpal tunnel syndrome experience this severe pain throughout every day in the median nerve of their hand. Although home remedies and behavioral changes can […]
Continue reading7 Essential Tips to Help With Carpal Tunnel Recovery
Carpel tunnel syndrome is a very common condition, thought to affect up to 10 million Americans. It’s painful and can cause serious interference with day-to-day life. A diagnosis of any painful health condition can be distressing, particularly one which interferes with functionality and sensation. Various conditions can cause similar symptoms, so it’s essential to get […]
Continue readingHow to Prevent Carpal Tunnel Syndrome If You Have a Desk Job
Sitting in front of the computer all day, every day, seems harmless, but that twinge of pain you felt in your wrist last week and occasional numbness could lead to a more serious problem down the road. Whether you are working from home or sitting in your office, you could be one of the eight […]
Continue readingIs It Tendonitis Or Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
When you have that nagging pain with tingling in your hands and fingers, you might think you are suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome. In reality, it may be tendonitis in your wrist. Some of the symptoms are similar, so is it tendonitis or carpal tunnel syndrome? Let’s find out.
Continue readingCarpal Tunnel vs Cubital Tunnel Syndrome: What’s the Difference?
If you’ve been managing varying degrees of hand, wrist, elbow, and arm pain, you’ve probably spent a fair amount of time browsing the internet looking for the answers to your problems. You may have come across two potential diagnoses: carpal tunnel and cubital tunnel. While they’re similar in name (and even in the presentation) they’re […]
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