Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition caused by pressure on the median nerve, which runs from the forearm into the palm of the hand.
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition caused by pressure on the median nerve, which runs from the forearm into the palm of the hand. The carpal tunnel is a narrow passageway of bones and ligaments at the wrist, and swelling or inflammation in this area can compress the nerve, leading to symptoms.
Numbness or tingling in the fingers or hand
Weakness in the hand and difficulty gripping
Pain in the wrist, often worse at night
Swollen or stiff fingers
Difficulty with fine motor tasks like typing
Patent remedies may offer temporary relief but do not correct the underlying pressure on the nerve. Proper treatment may include rest, splinting, physical therapy, or in severe cases, surgery.