Conditions Treated

Carpal Tunnel

Carpal tunnel is a condition that affects the median nerve, a very important structure that passes at one point through the wrist and is responsible for some sensation from your hand. Occasionally, the median nerve might become compressed by the structures at the wrist causing symptoms like tingling, numbing, and pain at the wrist and into the hand. Repetitive motion is often associated with the causation of carpal tunnel, and subsequently carpal tunnels tend to be an occupational injury across many types of industries where workers utilize their hands and wrists repetitively.

Carpal tunnel is far from being a simple condition. The causes of carpal tunnel syndrome can be many and could indicate to a dysfunction at anywhere from the neck or cervical area down to the wrist and hands. Expert evaluation is required to elaborate an effective treatment plan for carpal tunnel.

CareFirst treatments for carpal tunnel:

• Medications
• Trigger Point Injections
• Activity Modification
• Work Modification
• Ergonomic Training
• Rehabilitation/Therapy
• Massage/Myofacial Techniques
• Electrical Modalities/TENS
• Iontophoresis/Phonophoresis
• Ultrasound
• Chiropractic Manipulation
• Osteopathic Manipulation
• Work Conditioning Programs
• Work Hardening Programs
• Interdisciplinary Pain Programs

In addition to the above treatments, diagnostics tests may be utilized to determine the etiology of carpal tunnel for more appropriate treatment. Examples include x-ray, MRI, Cat Scan, Myelogram, etc. CareFirst Physicians work closely with your family doctor and other specialist to coordinate your care.