Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a common workplace injury caused by pressure on the median nerve as it passes through the wrist. It often results from repetitive hand motions like typing, scanning, or assembly work, and can lead to numbness, tingling, and weakness in the hand. Early treatment is key to avoiding long-term damage and maintaining work function.
Carpel Tunnel Syndrome
Causes and Risk Factors:
- Repetitive wrist and finger movements (e.g., typing, mouse use, scanning)
- Poor wrist posture or improper workstation setup
- Prolonged use of vibrating tools
- Tight or inflamed tendons in the wrist
- Health conditions like diabetes or thyroid imbalance
What Happens If Left Untreated?
If not addressed, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome can cause persistent numbness, decreased grip strength, reduced fine motor control, difficulty performing work tasks, and even permanent nerve damage.
How Premier Care Can Help:
- Manual Therapy: Relieves soft tissue tightness and reduces nerve pressure
- Therapeutic Exercises: Strengthens the forearm and hand muscles for improved support
- Wrist Mobility & Stretching: Increases flexibility to reduce nerve compression
- Ergonomic Correction: Helps set up proper desk or workstation positions to reduce strain
- Pain Relief Modalities: Includes ultrasound, ice, and electrical stimulation to manage symptoms and inflammation
