Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

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Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is caused by compression of the median nerve as it passes through the carpal tunnel in the wrist, producing pain, numbness, and tingling in the hand. It is strongly associated with repetitive hand movements, pregnancy, diabetes, and thyroid disorders. Mild to moderate CTS often responds well to conservative treatment; severe cases may require surgery.

Common symptoms

Numbness, tingling, or burning in the thumb, index, middle, and part of the ring fingerPain in the wrist and palm, sometimes radiating to the forearmSymptoms worse at night or on wakingWeakness or clumsiness when gripping or pinchingDropping objectsSensation that the hand is swollen even when it is not

See a doctor for wrist pain with progressive numbness, significant weakness, or wasting of the thenar muscle (base of thumb) — which indicate more severe nerve compression requiring prompt assessment and possible surgical referral.

Goal of treatment: Relieve pressure on the median nerve, reduce symptoms, and restore hand function through conservative management or, if necessary, surgical decompression.

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Wrist Splinting at Night

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Wearing a neutral-position wrist splint at night is the recommended first-line conservative treatment for mild to moderate carpal tunnel syndrome — reducing nocturnal symptoms effectively.

⏱ 2–4 weeks·💪 Low effort

Nerve Gliding Exercises

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Median nerve gliding exercises improve nerve mobility through the carpal tunnel, reducing adhesion and neural tension that contribute to CTS symptoms.

⏱ 4–6 weeks·💪 Low effort

Corticosteroid Injection

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Local corticosteroid injection into the carpal tunnel provides significant short-to-medium-term relief for CTS symptoms and is the most effective non-surgical treatment.

⏱ Days to 1 week·💪 Low effort

Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery

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Surgical decompression (carpal tunnel release) — dividing the transverse carpal ligament — is the definitive treatment for moderate to severe CTS and is highly effective.

⏱ Weeks to months (full recovery)·💪 Medium effort

Ergonomic Modification

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Modifying workstation setup, keyboard position, and tool grip to maintain neutral wrist posture reduces the mechanical stress that drives CTS, particularly for keyboard workers.

⏱ 2–4 weeks·💪 Low effort

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)

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Vitamin B6 deficiency has been associated with CTS, and supplementation has been explored as a conservative treatment, though evidence is mixed.

⏱ 4–8 weeks·💪 Low effort

Activity Modification

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Reducing or modifying repetitive hand activities — particularly those involving sustained grip, vibration, or extreme wrist positions — reduces the compressive load driving CTS symptoms.

⏱ 2–4 weeks·💪 Medium effort

Wrist Stretching Exercises

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Gentle wrist flexion and extension stretching combined with tendon gliding exercises helps maintain wrist mobility and may reduce synovial swelling in mild CTS.

⏱ 4–8 weeks·💪 Low effort

Oral Corticosteroids (Short Course)

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A short course of oral prednisolone provides significant short-term relief for CTS symptoms, useful as a bridge when injection is not accessible.

⏱ Days·💪 Low effort

Omega-3 Anti-inflammatory Support

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Omega-3 fatty acids may help reduce the synovial and neural inflammation contributing to carpal tunnel syndrome as a supportive adjunct.

⏱ 6–8 weeks·💪 Low effort

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

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Common symptoms

Goal of treatment: Relieve pressure on the median nerve, reduce symptoms, and restore hand function through conservative management or, if necessary, surgical decompression.

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Wrist Splinting at Night

Therapy

Wearing a neutral-position wrist splint at night is the recommended first-line conservative treatment for mild to moderate carpal tunnel syndrome — reducing nocturnal symptoms effectively.

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Time to effect

2–4 weeks

Effort level

Low effort

How it works

Maintains the wrist in a neutral position, minimising carpal tunnel pressure. Nocturnal flexion and extension of the wrist during sleep significantly increases tunnel pressure — splinting prevents this.

Caveat

Neutral-position splint (not in extension) is critical — extension can worsen symptoms. Available from pharmacies and physiotherapists. Consistent nightly use for at least 6 weeks recommended.

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