What is it: Carpal tunnel syndrome

What is happening:

• A nerve in the wrist called the  median nerve  is compressed.
• This affects:
  • Thumb 
  • Index finger 
  • middle finger 
  • Half of the ring finger

 That’s precisely why those fingers are highlighted in red in the image.

 Symptoms:

• Tingling or a sensation of “pins and needles”
• Numbness in those fingers
• weak grip
• Pain that may radiate upwards up the arm.

 Common causes:

• Repetitive use of hands (mouse, telephone, typing)
• Wrist position (bent for long periods)
• Inflammation or swelling

 What really helps:

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