Reach out to Dr. David Salkin if you are seeking expert treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome on the Upper East Side of New York.
What Is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Although carpal tunnel syndrome is a fairly well-known condition, many are still unfamiliar with its specific characteristics. For those unaware, carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition that develops due to excessive pressure on the median nerve. The median nerve starts in the armpit, but the portion that usually suffers from damage is found in the carpal tunnels in the wrists.
Various factors may create the pressure that causes carpal tunnel syndrome. If the bones in your wrist are misaligned, they may squeeze your median nerve. Congenital issues that affect your wrist bones may also make you more susceptible to carpal tunnel syndrome.
You may also be dealing with carpal tunnel syndrome due to conditions that can damage your nerves or soft tissues. Examples of those conditions include diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis.
Tasks you have to perform while working may also explain why you have carpal tunnel syndrome. Such is likely to be the case if your job involves using vibrating tools.
Individuals with carpal tunnel syndrome also commonly deal with numbness, tingling sensations, and muscle weakness in their hands. These symptoms may get worse without treatment.
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How Will a Chiropractor Treat Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Chiropractors treat musculoskeletal conditions by resolving their underlying causes, and they use that same approach for carpal tunnel syndrome. During treatment, your chiropractor will administer treatments designed to alleviate pressure on the median nerve.
Possible treatments include acupuncture and electrical stimulation. These trigger your body’s natural healing response so more nutrients reach those damaged tissues and nerves. The influx of nutrients should help your nerves and tissues recover faster. They also reduce inflammation and stimulate the release of natural painkillers.
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