Carpal tunnel syndrome affects millions of Americans.
Symptoms include pain, weakness, and numbness of the
hands
Carpal tunnel is diagnosed by a consultation and
examination. An EMG tells the severity of the nerve
damage.
Treatment includes anti-inflammatory medications, splints
and therapeutic injections. Surgery is reserved for those
patients who are not improving.
Symptoms include pain, weakness, and numbness of the
hands
Carpal tunnel is diagnosed by a consultation and
examination. An EMG tells the severity of the nerve
damage.
Treatment includes anti-inflammatory medications, splints
and therapeutic injections. Surgery is reserved for those
patients who are not improving.
| Carpal Tunnel Syndrome |
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| Todd T. Best, M.D., FAAPMR, FAAEM |