Chiropractic Helps Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Chiropractic Treatment Methods Concluded to Be Effective during Treatment of Carpal Tunnel Discomfort

Dr. Ahmed sees a lot of people afflicted with carpal tunnel syndrome in our busy Roselle chiropractic practice. While some people think that the origin of this wrist-related pain is muscular, it's really a condition that stems from the nerves--and not just the nerves in your hands.

Research Supports Chiropractic Treatment Helps With Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Recent research printed in the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy evaluated 71 women between the ages of 35 and 59 who were diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome. Upon investigating the subjects' neck range of motion, the authors discovered that the patients had less cervical mobility when compared to a healthy control group.

Furthermore, it was also observed that the level of the women's reported carpal tunnel concern was related to the lateral flexion of the cervical spine. In short, the less mobility in the neck, the higher the level of discomfort.

This study is extremely important, as you can't effectively address a condition until you fully understand its source. By understanding that the root of carpal tunnel pain is in the neck, this means that natural approaches such as chiropractic adjustments can often restore normal function, eliminating the need for risky operations.

We Can Help Patients Find Comfort From Carpal Tunnel Issues

If you have carpal tunnel issues, call our Roselle office and ask how Dr. Ahmed can help you get relief!

Studies

De-la-Llave-Rincon A et al. (2011, May). Women with carpal tunnel syndrome show restricted cervical range of motion. Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy;41(5):305-10.
Simon H. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. University of Maryland Medical Center. Updated May 6, 2012. Retrieved from https://umm.edu/health/medical/reports/articles/carpal-tunnel-syndrome on November 2, 2015.