Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) has turned out to be probably the most popular occupational issues we face these days. It impacts tens of millions of individuals a yr, and with our rising reliance on computer systems there appears to be no end in sight.

The Tunnel

The carpal tunnel is a band of ligaments and small bones that cover wrist. Painful signs can result when pressure is placed on nerves that live in this nerve “tunnel.”  Irritation of this nerve can be as a result of an carpal bone with an irregular motor pattern or an overuse syndrome from common everyday actions like typing, cutting, hammering, using a screwdriver or pushing.

Signs of CTS vary from wrist ache, numbness, tingling, burning, weakness, the inability to grip things, and even a lack of sleep because of the pain.

Therapy

There are many different ways to treat CTS.  Typically, a chiropractic adjustment to the affected carpal bones of the area proves to be very effective treatment.

Many time individuals are stunned to find out  that the reason for their wrist pain  could also be as a result of irritation to the nerve from the musculature of the arm or joints of the neck, shoulder, elbow or wrist. Subluxations in the neck may compromise any structure between it and the tip of your littlest finger. This is often called the double crush syndrome.

These treatments, along with exercises and physical therapies such as myofascial release or laser therapy, stretching, and strengthening exercises, can in most cases effectively alleviate and eventually eliminate the symptoms associated with CTS.

Other Extremities

Chiropractic techniques that work so well with the spine can be applied to other joints of the body too. Virtually every joint in the body is susceptible to fixations and irregular movement patterns that can impair function and range of motion. Trauma, micro-traumas, vibrations and repetitive motions are often culprits.

Shoulders, hip problems, knees, ankles and even the jaw problems have been shown to respond to chiropractic care. Find out before resorting to to more drastic treatments such as surgery!

Chiropractic First

It just makes sense to take the more conservative approach first: chiropractic first, drugs second and surgery last! Schedule a complimentary consultation and to find out what many others already know, Chiropractic Works!  Call 970-491-9191 today.

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