Intro: Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition where the median nerve is compressed at the wrist. Repetitive motion and overuse are common culprits and can happen in many occupations as well as during pregnancy.
Symptoms: Pain and numbness/tingling sensation of the first three and a half fingers on the palmar side. In severe cases, the thumb muscle may shrink in size. Repetitive motion and overuse are common culprits and can happen in many occupations as well as during pregnancy.
Treatment: Therapy, activity modification, medication, and use of a carpal tunnel wrist brace at night. A steroid injection may provide relief for this condition. In unimproved cases, surgery release of the carpal tunnel may relieve median nerve compression.