Many people work in positions that could put them at risk for developing carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). While typing on a computer regularly does cause people to experience symptoms of CPS, it is more likely that positions that involve sewing, assembly, manufacturing, finishing, and cleaning will increase a person’s risk of developing CTS.
Occurring mainly in adult women, women are three times more likely to develop CTS than men. CTS is a painful condition resulting in pain, weakness, and numbness in the hand or wrist. Other symptoms may include burning, itching, or numbness in the palm of the hand and thumb, index, and middle fingers.
If you begin to notice any of these symptoms, it’s best to contact Premier Health Chiropractors to get things checked out. CTS should be treated as early as possible and can actually be reversed if treated early enough. Chiropractic care is completely natural and non-invasive, with no prescription medications or surgeries required.
Typically, chiropractic care will involve looking at both the wrist area and the upper spine. Interestingly, symptoms of CTS may occur due to a misalignment in the upper vertebrae. Premier Health may recommend adjustments of the wrist joint, and possibly to the upper spine.
Prevention is always key, so it’s important to do what you can now to prevent the painful symptoms of CTS later. According to the American Chiropractic Association, it is recommended that people stretch and perform light exercises throughout the day. Frequent breaks to rest the wrists and joints are also recommended.
If you work with your hands all day, you may also consider wearing splints to help keep the wrists straight. Fingerless gloves also help to keep the hands warm and flexible. Correct posture and wrist position may also be beneficial in preventing CTS.
If you are diagnosed with CTS, you will need to rest the affected hand and wrist and will need to avoid activities that may worsen symptoms. Immobilizing the wrist in a split or applying cold packs to reduce swelling may also be necessary.
If you feel that CTS may be an issue for you, contact Premier Health Chiropractors today. Instead of masking the pain with medications, you can get to the root of the problem with natural remedies such as chiropractic care.
Chiropractic care can also help to treat other conditions such as chronic headaches, muscle spasms, shoulder pain, whiplash, sports injury, and more. Chiropractic care is safe and effective, and has been recommended for people of all ages, including children. View a list of the common conditions we treat here. We also offer many services that may be of interest to you and your family.
Contact Premier Health today and see how you and your family can benefit from chiropractic care.