Carpal tunnel is one of the most common musculoskeletal conditions. However, it is also one of the most mismanaged conditions. The carpal tunnel is an anatomical structure in your wrist where many structues pass through such as nerves, tendons, and ligaments. Pressure within the tunnel can compromise and compress the median nerve that runs through it.
Carpal Tunnel
What is Carpal Tunnel?
Common Symptoms:
- Numbness in the thumb, index, and middle finger
- Numbness that is worse at night
- Weakness in the thumb muscles of the hand
Carpal Tunnel Treatments
Corrective Exercise
This technique is used to help develop strength, balance, and endurance specific to our clients unique athletic and physical needs. Programs can be simple or complex, depending on the needs of our client.
Stretching
This is a technique, when used properly, can be a very powerful tool to help our patients recover from injury. There are times when stretching is indicated, and there are times when it is not. Active stretching techniques have shown to create improved results for patients recovering from injury, and when preparing to perform.
Nerve/Tendon Gliding
This is a type of stretching technique that is used to help increase mobility of specific tissues. When using this technique we can help to remove interference between nerves and tendons of the body that can cause pain, irritation, and numbness and tingling.
Soft Tissue Release & Therapy
This is a manual technique that is used to release soft tissue tension and helps to decrease soft tissue and joint pain. A hands on manual therapy technique used to stretch soft tissues, especially muscles, tendons, and ligaments in the body. This highly effective therapy works to treat and prevent trigger points, scar tissue, and myofascial restriction.