Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Description

A condition that causes numbness, tingling, and other symptoms in the hand and arm. Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by a compressed median nerve in the carpal tunnel, a narrow passageway on the palm side of your wrist.

Common Symptoms

• Tingling or numbness in your fingers or hand (especially thumb, index, middle, and ring fingers)
• Weakness in your hand and a tendency to drop objects
• Pain that may radiate up the arm

Common Causes

• Often the result of a combination of factors that increase pressure on the median nerve, including wrist anatomy, repetitive hand use, and certain health problems like arthritis.

Treatment Information