Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when one of the hand’s major nerves is compressed as it paves its way through the wrist. This condition causes the hand and arm to feel pain, tingling, and numbness. In most cases, if the condition is left untreated it can get worse over time. Early diagnosis and treatment are highly… Read more »
Carpal tunnel syndrome symptoms Research shows that the carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) occurs in between 4 and 10 million people in the United States. Hoang Tran, an occupational therapist specializing in carpal tunnel treatment in Miami, admits it is among the top conditions treated each year at the Hands-on Therapy Clinic. Carpal tunnel syndrome is a… Read more »
Heavy users of smartphones tap and swipe on their mobile phones’ touchscreens more than 5,000 times a day. A study presented at the Congress of the European Academy of Neurology in Amsterdam shows that these finger acrobatics can put major strain on the nerves of the hand and arm. In the worst cases, heavy users… Read more »