The Top 5 Reasons Why You Should See a Pedorthist
It is not always obvious how important our feet and the mechanics of how our bodies align are until we start to experience pain or
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Don’t let constant foot pain slow you down, or stop you from doing the activities you love.
What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is the compression of your median nerve by the carpal tunnel (a narrow channel formed by your carpal bones and the transverse carpal ligament). This is usually a resultant from narrowing of your carpal tunnel, or due to swelling of the surrounding structures, compressing the nerve.
Symptoms:
- Numbness or tingling in your fingers (especially your thumb, index, middle finger and half of your ring finger)
- Pain that travels up the arm
- Weakness in your hand
Risk Factors:
- Genetics - some people have smaller carpal tunnels
- Occupation - jobs that involve repetitive movements of the wrist and hand
- Activities that place the hands and wrists in an exaggerated flexed or extended position for extended periods of time
- Pregnancy - increased swelling
Treatment Options:
- Bracing - wearing a wrist brace at night or duing the day when engaging in aggravating activities
- Nerve gliding exercises
- K-laser therapy
- NSAIDs
- Steroid injections
- Surgery
What are the next steps?
Book an appointment with one of our Certified Pedorthists to determine a personalized treatment plan to help you Move Well, Be Well.
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