Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome occurs when the median nerve is compressed or pinched. This often causes numbness or a tingling sensation in the hand or wrist. The muscles in the hands may also be weakened, which makes it harder to hold objects. Inflammatory conditions like arthritis, workplace or lifestyle factors, or other medical or nerve-damaging conditions have been shown to increase the risk of developing carpal tunnel syndrome.

Dr. Rubinstein can determine carpal tunnel treatment after a physical examination. Depending on the severity of the carpal tunnel symptoms, several treatment options are available. People with mild symptoms can experience relief by avoiding activities that worsen symptoms, taking breaks to rest their hands and wrists and by using cold packs to reduce swelling. If moderate symptoms are experienced, non-surgical options like wrist splinting or medications can help reduce pain and swelling. Severe symptoms are often treated with carpal tunnel surgery.