Understanding Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: How Chiropractic Care Can Help

Understanding Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: How Chiropractic Care Can Help


Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a progressively painful condition caused by a pinched nerve in the wrist. This serious condition can be incredibly painful and debilitating – interfering with your ability to work and enjoy life.

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If you have recently been diagnosed with CTS, you may be facing surgery or depending on medication to manage your pain. Our Venice chiropractor is frequently asked if there are effective, patient-proven alternatives to these treatments. Our answer: absolutely! Here’s what you need to know about CTS and chiropractic care.

What causes carpal tunnel syndrome?

The carpal tunnel is a narrow passageway approximately the same size as the thumb. If the median nerve traveling through this passageway is compressed, patients may experience radiating and numbing pain sensations. While a number of factors can contribute to CTS, the most common cause is a repetitive motion injury. For example, years of typing with poor posture can strain the wrist, causing inflammation that compresses the nerve passageway. Playing a musical instrument, long hours spent driving or other repetitive motions can also lead to inflammation. Some chronic illnesses and inflammatory conditions can also increase the risk for nerve damage or affect the tendons in the wrist, which compress the median nerve.

Is surgery my only treatment option?

Surgery is an invasive procedure that is simply not necessary for many cases of CTS. Nonsurgical, drug-free treatments like chiropractic care and physical therapy can help manage pain and reduce inflammation. Integrating alternative therapies into treatment can help better manage pain symptoms. Our Venice chiropractor uses non-invasive treatments to address the underlying cause for your pain. We find this approach to whole body wellness delivers the best results for our patients.

How can chiropractic care help?

Chiropractic care can make a big difference for managing CTS pain. Gentle, hands-on adjustments restore proper alignment to the wrist, which reduces swelling and inflammation. Poor posture can aggravate wrist pain and trigger additional health problems. Spinal adjustments restore proper alignment to the spine, supporting proper posture and overall wellness.

How do you currently manage your CTS pain?