Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Q: Can carpal tunnel be treated without surgery?

Yes, many cases of carpal tunnel syndrome respond well to conservative treatment. Chiropractic care, wrist adjustments, ergonomic modifications, and exercises can effectively relieve symptoms and prevent the need for surgery.

Q: How does chiropractic help carpal tunnel syndrome?

Chiropractors treat carpal tunnel by adjusting the wrist bones, addressing cervical spine issues that may contribute to nerve compression, providing soft tissue therapy, and recommending exercises and ergonomic changes.

Q: Why does carpal tunnel get worse at night?

Symptoms often worsen at night because many people sleep with their wrists bent, increasing pressure on the median nerve. Fluid can also accumulate in the wrist area when lying down. Wearing a wrist brace at night can help.

Q: Can neck problems cause carpal tunnel symptoms?

Yes, cervical spine issues can cause or contribute to carpal tunnel-like symptoms through a condition called double crush syndrome. This is why chiropractors evaluate both the wrist and neck when treating carpal tunnel syndrome.

Q: How long does carpal tunnel take to heal with treatment?

Improvement can often be noticed within a few weeks of starting treatment, though full recovery may take several months depending on severity. Early intervention typically leads to faster and more complete recovery.

Carpal tunnel syndrome causes numbness and tingling in the hand. Our treatments address both the wrist and the cervical spine.

What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

Carpal tunnel syndrome causes numbness and tingling in the hand. Our treatments address both the wrist and the cervical spine.

Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve is compressed at the wrist. However, nerve compression can also occur at the neck or other points along the nerve pathway. Our comprehensive approach addresses all potential sources of compression.

Our Treatment Approach

Wrist joint adjustments
Cervical spine evaluation and treatment
Soft tissue therapy
Ergonomic recommendations
Exercises to reduce compression

Common Symptoms

Numbness or tingling in the hand
Weakness in the hand
Pain that radiates up the arm
Difficulty gripping objects
Symptoms worse at night

Frequently Asked Questions about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Can carpal tunnel be treated without surgery?

How does chiropractic help carpal tunnel syndrome?

Why does carpal tunnel get worse at night?

Can neck problems cause carpal tunnel symptoms?

How long does carpal tunnel take to heal with treatment?

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Our Treatment Approach

Common Symptoms

Treatment Options

Chiropractic Care

Massage Therapy

Corrective Exercises

Frequently Asked Questions about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome