Symptoms for Carpal Tunnel usually start gradually and can sometimes include:
- Tingling and numbness in your fingers and/or hand. You may also feel this sensation travel from your wrist up your arm. These symptoms often occur while gripping something tight with your hand.
Due to the numbness in your hand, you may experience weakness in your whole hand or weakness of the thumb’s pinching muscles.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a common occupational injury and can occur from lifting, typing and repetitive strain. It is caused by pressure on the median nerve.
Caught early, carpal tunnel syndrome can be managed to make sure it does not esclate. Some simple tips that you can do at home if you feel some of the symptoms of Carpal tunnel include:
- Take frequent breaks to rest your hands, if you are typing, etc.
- Avoid any activities that increase your pain or make it worse.
- Apply cold packs, this will help with inflammation and swelling.
In most cases Carpal Tunnel can be treated with us here at Action Rehab with nonsurgical therapy. Our therapists will work with you to create a custom thermoplastic waterproof orthosis that will hold your wist still and can relieve some symptoms. In some cases surgery may be the best option if your symptoms do not respond to other treatments.
Before the surgery, we make sure you know what you can expect from it. After the surgery, we prepare and then implement your hand rehabilitation program, which can include:
- Orthotics/Bracing/Splinting
- Massage
- Joint Protection
- Education
- Strengthening
The rehabilitation program will look to prevent post-surgery joint stiffness, promote muscle mobility and maximise the movement and capability of your hand.
