Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Many people confuse “arthritis” and “carpal tunnel syndrome,” or they may use the two terms interchangeably.

Although they are both pain-inducing problems surrounding the patients’ hands, they are not the same. Arthritis is a chronic inflammation of joints and can occur anywhere in the body.

Carpal tunnel syndrome, on the other hand, is the result of a pinched nerve in the wrists, which can cause frequent pain, discomfort, and numbness and tingling sensations.

The symptoms do not end there, however. Carpal tunnel syndrome can spread into the forearm, and it may cause the sufferer weakness in their hand and wrist, as well as make using them more difficult throughout the day.

Depending on the severity and how recent the diagnosis was, some patients may be able to treat the symptoms with topical creams, ice, and rest.

​ More severe cases, on the other hand, may require specialized stints, gloves, steroid medications, or even surgical procedures.

Chiropractic Care 

The good news is that many cases of carpal tunnel syndrome can be treated by a chiropractor. Because the condition involves the pinching of nerves, the same chiropractic methods that relieve similar causes of pain in the neck and back can be applied to the area of the hands as well.
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Some people think that carpal tunnel syndrome is always a life-long disease. However, if treated in the early stages, it is possible to reverse the condition. That is why if you have recently begun to experience pain, numbness, stiffness, or other symptoms in your hands and wrists, you need to schedule an appointment with Life Family Chiropractic.
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​One of the areas we specialize in is providing Tyler TX with better treatment alternatives for their carpal tunnel diagnosis. With more experience in treating patients and achieving better results, we can help you find your path to recovery fast.