10 natural home remedies for carpal tunnel syndrome

 

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common neurological condition that causes numbness, tingling, and sometimes pain in the fingers and hands. Doctors do not recommend replacing existing treatments with alternative methods; wrist tunnel syndrome (CT) can range from mild to severe. Proper treatment can often restore function and relieve symptoms of the hand and wrist. The wrist tunnel extends from the wrist to the palm of the wrist

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• 10 lifestyle measurements
• 10 home remedies
• Alternative therapy
• Medication and surgery
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Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common neurological condition that causes numbness, tingling, and sometimes pain in the fingers and hands. Doctors do not recommend replacing existing treatments with alternative methods.

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) can range from mild to severe. Proper treatment can often restore hand and wrist function and relieve symptoms.

The carpal tunnel is a narrow passage from the wrist to the palm of the wrist. Bones, ligaments and tendons make up the structure. A nerve called the median nerve passes through the tunnel.

The median nerve runs in a neural network that starts near the neck and shoulders and goes down to the hand. The median nerve provides sensation to the thumb side of the thumb, index, middle and ring fingers.

CTS causes tingling, numbness, thumb weakness, and dull pain in the hand or arm. This is caused by pinching and compression of the median nerve.

In the United States, the disease affects between 4 and 10 million people. Severe CTS may require surgery.

However, in this article, we look at possible options to support and relieve the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome at home.

 

carpal tunnel symptoms

Symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome are numbness, numbness, numbness, and pain in the first three fingers of the thumb and half of the fourth finger of the hand. Sometimes the entire hand may be affected. Sometimes there is pain, burning, or tingling in the forearm.

10 lifestyle measurements

The following lifestyle and home remedies can provide some relief for mild to moderate CTS symptoms, but there is little clinical evidence to support their use in place of conventional treatments.

Always seek medical advice.

Some healthcare professionals suggest:

• If possible, avoid repetitive hand and wrist movements.
• Paying attention to the hands and wrists and stopping activities for pain, discomfort or numbness
• Taking frequent breaks when repetitive hand movements are unavoidable
• You try to keep your wrist in a neutral position without stretching it too up or bending it too down.
• Use the largest possible joint when lifting, such as the shoulder, to prevent additional stress on your wrists, hands, and fingers.
• Not holding objects the same way for too long
• Avoid vibrating power tools such as rock drills and floor sanders.
• Adjust the workplace to maintain a neutral wrist position
• Relaxing your grip or strength level during hand-based activities, such as writing
• Trying not to sleep with your hands or wrists bent

Some evidence suggests that regular physical activity and especially hand-related exercises can help protect against mild CTS.

However, CTS usually does not resolve without management and can worsen without medical intervention. It is essential to see a doctor who is experiencing persistent numbness or weakness in the hands.

10 home remedies

The following home remedies may help relieve CTS.

• Resting the affected hand and wrist for at least 2 weeks
• Use of anti-vibration products with vibration tools
• Wearing a wrist splint or brace to rest the central nerve
• Soft hand, finger, and wrist stretching exercises
• Wrist, palm, back massage
• Wear work gloves to protect your hands and wrists
• Heat is applied to the wrist to reduce pain.
• Wearing an ice bag that can help relieve swelling
• Add additional material to tools and tool handles for a more comfortable grip
• Taking over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers such as ibuprofen or naproxen

Those who try OTC medications should be aware that research does not provide complete relief for people with CTS symptoms. They can also increase your risk of bowel problems and bleeding.

Alternative therapy

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Mayo Clinic suggests that some alternative treatments may help improve symptoms of CTS.

Some studies have recommended that the following measures may be mitigated in the short term.

• Yoga stretching and strengthening exercises can reduce pain and improve grip.
• Hand therapy techniques used in physical and occupational therapy can relieve symptoms.
• Ultrasound therapy increases the temperature of the affected area, potentially reducing pain and promoting recovery.
• Using topical anti-inflammatory drugs and ultrasound may also help.
• Laser therapy can improve symptoms based on limited evidence.

Chiropractic treatment can reduce symptoms in some people. Acupuncture can also benefit some people and improve symptoms. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons recommends further research.

People should always consult with their doctor before using complementary or alternative treatments. Medical experts do not recommend replacing existing treatments with unproven treatments.

 

Medication and surgery

In addition to wearing a splint and other accommodations, prescription drugs or injections can be used.

Oral corticosteroid drugs can help reduce pressure on the central nerve by reducing inflammation and swelling. Corticosteroid drugs can also be used by wrist injection. Injections appear to be more effective than oral corticosteroids for CTS.

There is no significant evidence to support the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to treat CTS.

Traditional treatment for CTS should be done under the guidance of a doctor.

If CTS is associated with an underlying condition like diabetes, arthritis, or hypothyroidism, trying to control the condition should reduce symptoms.

For people who develop CTS during pregnancy, symptoms usually resolve 6 to 12 weeks after childbirth. Some experts recommend applying a splint to your wrist while you sleep.

Sometimes severe compression of the median nerve can cause nerve damage or muscle wasting, requiring further treatment.

Your treating doctor may recommend surgery if your CTS is severe and non-surgical treatment does not help. Surgical treatment of CTS appears to give the best results. Studies show that 6 to 12 months after surgery, CTS improves more than with a splint or other non-surgical treatment.

CTS surgery involves cutting a ligament that presses the median nerve. After the operation, the ligaments slowly regrow, leaving more space for the nerves.

The two types of surgery that can be used for CTS are:

• Open surgery: The surgeon makes a single incision in the palm of your wrist. Then the ligament is cut to release pressure on the nerve.
• Endoscopic Surgery: The surgeon cuts a ligament by passing an endoscope, a small endoscope-like device with a small camera attached, through a small incision in the wrist area.

People who have had laparoscopic surgery may feel less pain in days or weeks after endoscopic surgery. However, the long-term difference between the two methods is not noticeable.

Until recovery is complete, avoid activities that can strain your wrist after surgery. Recovery can take weeks to months.

Some people may need to change jobs or adjust their job duties to recover from CTS or after CTS surgery. CTS rarely recurs with proper treatment, and most people recover completely.

Takeout

Certain exercises, stretching, and certain lifestyle measurements can help reduce pressure and tension in the wrist in mild to moderate presentations, but there are no proven alternatives for treatment when considering carpal tunnel syndrome.

These measures, especially resting your hands, can definitely help after surgery in people with serious symptoms.

However, if you experience persistent pain, numbness, and tingling in the palm of your wrist, seek medical attention.

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Can Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Lose Your Arm?

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Complications of carpal tunnel syndrome are less common, but may include muscle weakness at the base of the thumb. There is no research showing that carpal tunnel syndrome can lead to arm loss.

Gerhard Whitworth, RN Answers represents the opinion of a healthcare professional. All content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice.