How to relieve pain due to severe carpal tunnel syndrome?

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Carpal tunnel syndrome is an inflamed tendon that is caused by overuse of the hand/thumb/wrist in a repetitive motion. So, periodically ice the sore wrist (15 minutes on and off), take ibuprofen or aleve, and rest the wrist. Using a splint if you must continue to do the motion is helpful. If this is a repeat issue, try alternative medicine, like acupuncture or low laser therapy. Magnets are not usually effective, so you will spend money without lasting effect. At last resort is surgery, but often the outcome is less than desirable.

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Actually, carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a condition caused by pressure on the median nerve as it passes through a canal in your wrist called the carpal tunnel. Inflamed tendons etc...that also pass through this area too can put pressure on the median nerve and eventually cause CTS.

There are a lot of things that can cause carpal tunnel syndrome....

obesity, diabetes, pregnancy, hypothyroidism, arthritis....and of course over useage, although this is debated by many experts. Therefore you really have to try and find out what the cause is to offer the best treatment. (ex. Ice can make things worse if your CTS is from arthritis. Follow label directions on Motrin and the like especially if you have ulcers or heart disease. Night splints can help relieve symptoms by 75% if used regularly.

I don't agree withe the comment at he top of this page regarding the outcome of carpel tunnel surgery I have had it done in both hands and it turned out to be the bet move I have ever made. My mother who suffers from Rheumatoid arthritis as I do had the same thing done and was satisfied with the results, I also have a brother that does not Have RA who also had to have it done and he also would recomend it to any one.

Answer 2

• One is to get surgery. They go into your wrist and cut the tendon that is putting strain on your carpals. It relieves the pain almost instantly aside from the pain from the surgery. The only beneficial treatment for carpal tunnel is to get surgery

• The next thing is to take medication that relieves the pain for a short time, but the pain is persistent and doesn't really go away until surgery. It hurts the most during the night as you probably know if you have it.
• Another way to kind of fix it is you take breaks is your doing repetitive work so it relieves some of the pressure.

First - Rest and modification of your daily routine is the first thing to consider. Second - cold therapy. A cold compress (especially after activity involving wrist/hand) will reduce the inflammation of the tendons beneath the transverse ligament, opening up the tunnel and therefore giving relief. This will also help alleviate the pain and swelling. Third - promote blood flow. Look into any treatment that increases the circulation to the treated area (i.e. Massage Therapy, acupuncture, BFST, ultra-sound). Our bodies have a natural ability to heal by bringing any injured area blood flow, however, the rate at which it does so is very slow. Increasing the circulation increases the amount of nutrients and oxygen and thus helps you heal at an accelerated rate. The increased blood flow also lubricates the area, helping prevent further damage during movements.

Answer 3

Carpal Tunel Pain or Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)
can be cured with proper and continuous exercise for the hands and correct medication. Symptoms, causes and how to effectively get rid of carpal tunnel syndrome vary and are continuously being studied by the doctors. To know about carpal tunnel and how it can be treated is important before one takes any medication or any pain relief. A person experiencing CTS must visit his doctor for proper direction.

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Answer 4

In the first method of treatment a splint may be used to stabilize the wrist. This is worn at night for a few weeks. this splint needs to be arranged in such a way that is also stops the fingers from curling into the hand and making a fist during sleep. If this does not seem to work, you may have to try wearing it during the day as well, Hot and cold compresses may also be helpful

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen or naproxen. Corticosteroid injections, given into the carpal tunnel area, may also provide relief of symptoms.

A surgical procedure Known Carpal tunnel release cuts into the ligament that is causing pressure on the nerve. This surgery is usually successful however it does depend on the severity and duration of nerve compression.

In severe cases, electromyography or nerve conduction studies may be used to check how well the nerve is recovering.

Symptoms often improve with treatment, however more then half of sufferers eventually require surgery. Surgery is often successful, but full healing can take months.

Answer 5

Conservative treatment. Acupuncture has been tried with some success. About 70% of patients who undertook a specific exercise program reported good results, and they were able to avoid surgery.

Answer 6

There are many things that can be done about carpal tunnel.

It all depends on the stage you are in.

If you experience pain from time to time, especially after working a lot with your fingers/wrists/hands that generally means pressure is put on the "karpus".

In this case you could do exercises to prevent more damage / pressure from happening, and switch gears like ergonomic keyboards / mouse.

If is is more serious, you could wear a wrist splint or possibly need surgery.

The most common surgery is the endoscopic carpal tunnel release surgery which gives you the fastest turn around time in rehabilitation.

Answer 7

Carpal tunnel syndrome is most often caused by overuse of the wrist and hands, either by excess keyboarding or one-handed lifting. If you do a lot of keyboarding, ergonomics is critical. Make sure you are sitting up straight and that the monitor is the proper height. Take breaks and do stretching exercises, which are found in several places on the internet -- I like the WEB MD ones. Apply ice to the affected area and wear a splint at night. If this doesn't help, you can visit an orthopedic doctor, who may be able to give you a steroid shot that will relieve the symptoms. If this works, you can reasonably have a shot twice a year. Surgery is never quite as good as resolving the cause.

Answer 8

Go to the associated link (Natural Carpal Tunnel Pain Relief Methods) below for more information on this subject.

Answer 9

Carpal tunnel has many treatment options available for patients. The most popular and least painful treatment is physical therapy with a combination of prescription medicines.

Answer 10

You have to apply heat to the pain.