Carpal tunnel syndrome is compression of the median nerve as it passes through the carpal tunnel. Median nerve thumb 2.3. provides sensory and motor functions to the finger.

What are the causes of carpal tunnel syndrome?

Frequent small hand movements (writing, using the keyboard)
Frequent repetitive grasping movements (sports and certain physical activities)
Joint and bone diseases (arthritis, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis)
Hormonal and metabolic changes (menopause, pregnancy, hypothyroidism)
Diabetes
Secondary to wrist injuries
Family history of carpal tunnel syndrome

What are the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome?

Pain in hands numbness in fingers
Burning and tingling in the first three fingers
Feeling of swelling in the fingers
More pain and numbness at night
Weakness in hand muscles in grasping movements

How is carpal tunnel syndrome diagnosed?

In addition to the medical history and physical examination findings, an EMG examination measuring nerve compression is requested.

Carpal tunnel syndrome treatment?

Carpal tunnel syndrome treatment; regulated by severity.
In mild carpal tunnel syndrome, drug therapy, hand - wrist splint - physical therapy is recommended. If it is at mild – moderate level; Local injection therapy within the carpal tunnel is recommended.
If it is intermediate and intermediate-advanced, operation is recommended.