Is carpal tunnel syndrome report is a health problem that you need to be aware of why?
Yes you need to be aware of the problem and you need to do something about it as if left untreated it can lead to irreversible damage to the median nerve that oases through the carpel tunnel ant to the muscles that are controlled by it.
Can carpal tunnel syndrome cause nape pain?
Carpal tunnel can effect from your fingers to your shoulder.
Often carpel tunnel syndrome is accompanied by some sort of inflammation It is likely that it is just a coincidence. before I had the problem fixed in my hands I would never know whether it was going to be good or bad in the next hour.
How long is recovery from the brunnelli procedure?
There are many variables..ie type of injury, arthritis, age, expectations etc..but I would say in general in 6-9 months it is going to be at maximum improvement.
One hundred and sixty-two patients with a diagnosis of scapholunate instability underwent a modified Brunelli procedure over a 7-year period. One hundred and seventeen were assessed with the help of a questionnaire and, of these, 55 patients attended for clinical evaluation. The mean follow-up was 4 (1-8) years. There were 72 patients with dynamic scapholunate instability and 45 patients with static instability. The average age was 38 years. There were 50 males and 67 females. A total of 77 (62%) patients had no to mild pain with a mean visual analogue score of 3.67 (SD = 2.5). The loss in the arc of flexion-extension was due to a reduced range of flexion (mean loss 31%), while 80% of extension was maintained, compared with the contralateral side. The grip strength on the operated side was reduced by 20% of the non-operated side. There was no statistically significant difference (P>0.05). in the range of movement or the grip strength between the static and dynamic group and patients with or without legal claims. Ninety (79%) patients were satisfied with the result of the surgery (good to excellent) and 88% of the patients felt that they would have the same surgery again. We feel that these results compare favourably with the early results published from this unit and recommend this procedure for dynamic and static scapholunate instability.
Where can I find the information about carpal tunnel exercises products and benefits in the market?
The benefits of carpal tunnel exercises are good if you sit for long period of time typing at the computer. They will help prevent carpal tunnel disease. You can find information about carpal tunnel exercises in books location at Amazon.
When do you feel normal with your carpal tunnel?
within a couple of weeks after surgery. Needles to say surgery can be responsible for some ordinary pain which reduces as you heal, however the mind numbing tingling throbbing and pain in the hands and fingers are gone immediately.
What causes pins and needles sensation in hands after sleeping?
The first two things you have to look at are diabetic neuropathy and carpal tunnel syndrome. Diabetic neuropathy is more of a burning pins and needle feeling and can effect the feet as well and of course you would have to have diabetes. Carpal tunnel syndrome classically will give you numbness and tingling of the first 2 or 3 fingers at night and upon waking. You may have a history of diabetes, hypothyroidism or repetitive use of hands. It effects women 2:1 usually in the 35-55 year old range and unlike diabetic neuropathy it won't effect your feet and it may be in one hand.
Can you get carpal tunnel syndrome in a hand that has been operated on after?
yes it is a repetitive motion injury that can reoccur
What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
many things, keying on a PC for one, using the same repetitive motion for another, writing long hand, lifting heavy objects too many times, these are just a few examples.
Additionally, while repetitive motion is often thought to cause Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, the actual cause is usually in muscles. The muscles are often in your lower arm but can be as far away as your chest or neck!
Working with good posture and keeping your wrists straight (rather than tilting or bending it) will help prevent and correct carpal tunnel symptoms.
Also, being deficient in B-vitamins can cause Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and how does it originate?
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a medical condition in which the median nerve is compressed at the wrist causing symptoms like tingling, numbness, night time wakening, pain, coldness, and sometimes weakness in parts of the hand. CTS is much more common in women than it is in men, and has a peak incidence around age 50 (though it can occur in any adult). It likely is present to some extent in up to 10% of the adult population. I would agree with the above post. "How it originates" is a hotly debated subject among legal and medical experts. A Study by Harvard and others have now shown that computer useage is not really a cause of the majority, if any, carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) cases.Certainly repetitive use can aggravate some CTS cases...but does it or did it ACTUALLY CAUSE CTS is another issue.
There are many causes or risk factors for getting CTS other than repetitive use such as; obesity,diabetes,pregnancy,hypothyroidism,arthritis etc...really anything that can cause swelling and inflammation in the carpal tunnel canal,and therefore exerting pressure over a prolonged time on the median nerve,can cause carpal tunnel symptoms.
Carpal tunnel is the space between the wrist bones and the ligaments of the wrist through which the median nerve passes. Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) develops when the median nerve becomes compressed. The symptoms include: pins and needles or tingling of the first three fingers pain or numbness usually worse at night weakness of the handThere are many risk factors that may contribute to a person getting CTS, such as diabetes, repetitive work and pregnancy just to name a few. Most cases should be treated with conservative measures first such as a day wrist support, wrist ice wraps, pain relieving gels and night splints. If symptoms still persist you should see a healthcare professional for further treatment options such as surgery. The carpal tunnel is the anatomical name of the part of your wrist where the carpal tunnel syndrome can occur. It is a tunnel formed by wrist bones on 3 sides and a thick band on the top. Then median nerve and the tendons go through this hour glass shaped area or tunnel. If the median nerve gets inflammed or compressed for long periods of time it can cause carpal tunnel syndrome Carpal tunnel syndrome is happens as the result of compression of the median nerve at the wrist. This may bring about numbness, tingling, weakness, or muscle damage in the hands and fingers. The median nervecontrols the thumb side of the palm, and to the thumb, index finger, middle finger, and the thumb side of the ring finger. It alsocontrols movement and sensation to part of the hand. The area where this nerve runs into the hand is called the carpal tunnel. This passageway rigid, and therefore any swelling in this area can put pressure on the nerve. This may also be called entrapment of the nerve.
Answer2: In addition to the above, my orthopedist and neurologist said that carpal tunnel begins in the neck and not in the wrist or hand. I saw an article online that indicates this as well. It says the following: "Medical experts at Advanced Health and Physical Medicine in Greenville, NC have seen numerous patients who were experiencing carpal tunnel symptoms that originate on a different level. The trajectory of the median nerve starts in the spinal nerve roots that exit the neck vertebrae and travel towards the hand in the vicinity of spinal and neck muscles and through the elbows Any obstruction or misalignment at this level can also cause carpal tunnel symptoms."
You had carpal tunnel surgery a year ago and your palm is still stiff Is this normal?
Typically No..but it can depend on many factors. Like previous hand/wrist conditions and surgery history. Severity of CTS BEFORE surgery. Type of surgery. Complications of surgery. Some people will develop scar tissue or adhesions inside the wrist where the surgery was done. This is like a spider web of scar tissue. It is best addressed AS your are healing by performing friction rub technique to scar area. Basically get some vitamin E cream or scar cream and use other thumb to rub rather forcefully for several minutes 2-3 x day for several wks..the thought is that it will break up any scar tissue forming. You may also benefit from CTS exercises that will stretch this area. Check with your provider or PT.
Will an ergonomic keyboard help with carpel tunnel syndrome?
As I understand, the word ergonomic means "tailored to the human body". Therefore, an ergonomic keyboard may help alleviate symptoms of carpel tunnel syndrome.
What exercises can prevent carpal tunnel syndrome?
The most effective way to prevent carpal tunnel syndrome is to take frequent breaks from repetitive movement such as computer keyboard usage. Free software programs such as Workrave and Xwrits are available to remind users to take breaks and stretch their wrists1. **************************************************************** Preventing carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) that is from work exposure...repetitive use etc..does include frequent breaks.
Also there are specific carpal tunnel exercises that can be done to help prevent symptoms in some cases.Physical therapist also have developed things like tendon and nerve glide type exercises that will help. The other important aspect of preventing CTS,is that you first need to determine what is causing or aggravating your CTS.You can take all the breaks in the world,but if your case of CTS is caused by diabetes,hypothyroidism etc...it won't help much,and you may be missing something that needs medical attention. Answer: The thing that helps me the most with my carpal tunnel and keeping it from coming back is to wear a wrist brace while I'm working on the computer or doing other such activities. I found mine at www.vitalitymedical.com == ==
Can you knit with carpal tunnel syndrome?
Best practices dictate that you take your craft to your physical therapist and work with him/her to establish how best to craft what you want.
The carpal tunnel syndrome cause pain and weakness in where?
carpal tunnel syndrome cause the following
Numbness and or tingling in the thumb and next two 1/2 fingers of one or both hands and in the palm of the hand
Pain radiating to the elbow
Pain in the wrists or hands
Problems with fine finger movements
Wasting of the muscle under the thumb
Weak grip or difficulty carrying bags
Can you take steroids for your carpal tunnel syndrome?
Yes. Steroids are often used in treating carpal tunnel syndrome, as it reduces the inflammation and swelling. There are 2 forms, oral (by mouth) and by injection. Studies have shown improvement in carpal tunnel pain relief with both forms. Generally a better response with cortisone injection into the wrist area. One study showed this is a good alternative to carpal tunnel surgery for at least a year.
Yes, you have three years to file for workers' compensation in Pennsylvania. After you return to work after receiving workers' compensation, you have, at least, 9.6 years to re-open the wage loss claim. The medical claim is for life.
Do I need a lawyer for my carpal tunnel claim?
You may not, it just depends on your work comp states law and your company's insurance. First of all it has to be determined to be work related from your job. Then you have to show/prove that you have an impairment (typically determined after carpal tunnel surgery by a specialist) If your are given an impairment rating, say of 5% to the right hand, then this is typically given a dollar amount based on your job/occupation etc..for your state. They will either offer you a lump sum settlement and closed medicals ie you can't come back for more money for treatment..or give you a smaller settlement with open medicals ie you can continue to get treatment as needed. Note that your lawyer will get 25-33% of your settlement off of the top, so if you can settle with your company etc..you might come out better,BUT if they are low balling you, then you may need to get an attorney..but he/she will need to get at least 25-33% more settlement just to break even..and obtaining an attorney can delay the whole case, sometimes by years because the company will play hard ball as well. Keep in mind many people have CTS (carpal tunnel syndrome) and or the surgery w/o any impairment! (ie you are better and there is no residual weakness/symptoms etc..)
What causes central pain syndrome?
Central pain syndrome is thought to occur either because the transmission of pain signals in the nerve tracts of the spinal cord is faulty, or because the brain isn't processing pain signals properly.
This is certainly possible, surgery can help relieve pressure off of the median nerve, but scar tissue and inflammation of the tendons can result in reoccurence of carpal tunnel symptoms. Also if you have risk factors such as diabetes, hypothyroidism, arthritis etc..you will be prone to carpal tunnel syndrome. You can change jobs but if you are doing something similar it may still cause problems. Generally, the best thing to do is start with the basics again. Such as limiting your hand useage, using ice wrist wraps after hand/wrist useage 3 x day, sleeping in nocturnal splints every night! Start hand stretching/CTS wrist exercises, using advil or equivalent per label. If you still are having symptoms after 4-5 weeks I would contact your provider.
Can you work as filling clerk after carpal tunnel surgery?
You can do anything you like from light to heavy work.
Every state has different work comp laws, so that is impossible to answer in this type of forum. Generally the current employer would not be liable if you had CTS prior to being hired. Now if you could prove you had mild CTS and now you have severe CTS from your current employer you might have a case. However, you also would have to prove it wasn't caused by other conditions like diabetes, hypothyroidism etc.. or hobbies or home activities.