Your wrists are complex structures that serve many useful functions with a near-infinite range of possible movements. With eight small bones that form the central tunnel where the nerves and tendons reside (the carpal tunnel), it is easy to see that many different types of injuries can affect this delicate area. We use our wrists […]
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Five of the Most Common Repetitive Motion Disorders
Repetitive motion. Whether you work at a construction site or blog for a living, you are at risk of developing repetitive motion disorder. Work-related motions that are “repetitive” include typing at a keyboard, clicking a mouse, working on an assembly line, using a jackhammer, lifting heavy things, and any other activity where the body is […]
What to expect from carpal tunnel surgery
Surgery should never be a first-line approach to solving any medical problem. Once a patient has exhausted all other options – such as icing, wrist splints, NSAIDs, and warm baths1 – it may be time to consider surgical methods of healing. In the case of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, a board-certified Orthopedic surgeon may be able […]
