Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a relatively common condition that affects 3 in 100 people at some point in their lifetime, over half of these being women.
The carpal tunnel is a channel running in the palm side of the hand containing the tendons that we use to bend the fingers and wrist and a key nerve (the median nerve) which helps with control of the thumb.
Carpal Tunnel Pins and NeedlesÂ
Sufferers of carpal tunnel syndrome experience aching, “pins and needles”, a swollen feeling, burning, numbness or pain in the hands and fingers. Occasionally the pain can spread to the arm, the pain being worst at night or first thing in the morning.
Non surgical treatments for carpal tunnel syndrome aim to relieve symptoms by reducing the pressure on the median nerve.
Wrist splints are often recommended for use either at night or both day and night, helping to keep the wrist straight and reduce pressure on the compressed nerve.
The VertiBaX: Sensory Wrist Wrap (lower tension support) or Active Support (higher tension support) for around the wrist stability, with versatile application (left image below) or the LP: Wrist Splint for high level immobilisation along the length of the arm with removable aluminium stay (right image below) can provide wrist pain relief.
Disclaimer: Professional independent medical advice should be taken before acting on any of the information given in this article.
