Chiropractor for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a hand and arm condition characterized by tingling, numbness and pain due to the median nerve being compressed in the wrist and is usually linked to repetitive motions.
Numbness in Hands
Numbness into the hands can vary from a mild annoyance after long hours of repetitive activity, to a debilitating condition that affects any and all activities that require movement of the hand, including gripping, lifting, and fine control. Many people experience numbness into the hands while sleeping. Some people get good relief by wearing a night splint, which helps hold their wrists in a better position. Others will continue to wear soft braces throughout the day to add extra support to their wrists. Those that work long hours on a computer or as a cashier at a busy store are especially susceptible to numbness into the hands.
Numbness Could be Thoracic Outlet Syndrome or Other Causes
While many people experiencing numbness into their hands refer to it as “carpal tunnel,” there are actually many causes of numbness in the hands. True carpal tunnel will involve numbness (or possibly pain and weakness) from the wrist into the thumb and first three fingers. If the symptoms travel down the arm, the problem is likely in the neck or shoulder area, which is commonly called “Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.” If the symptoms are less numb and more sharp or achy down the arm, it could be related to a pinched nerve in the neck. In any case, a thorough evaluation is necessary to determine where the problem is coming from.
Chiropractic Treatment for Hand & Wrist Pain or Numbness
The good news is, whether the problem is determined to be from the wrist, shoulder, or neck, numbness in the hands generally responds well to Chiropractic treatment. By gently realigning the bones in the neck, shoulder, and wrist we can improve joint motion and relieve pressure on the nerves leading to the hand. If there is a significant amount of trigger points, or tender nodules in the muscles, deep tissue massage can help address that component as well. Physical therapy is important to retrain and strengthen the involved areas to help keep the pressure off of the nerves and to help keep the numbness from returning.
Give us a call today to schedule an evaluation to see if we can help with the numbness or pain in your hands.
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HEALTH SERVICES AT SUPERIOR SPINE CARE:
CHIROPRACTIC
As a Doctor of Chiropractic, Dr. Neil Wensink has years of training and experience in spinal adjustments and manipulation and provides advanced spinal correction combining state of the art chiropractic techniques with traditional tried and true methods. Never in the history of chiropractic have we been able to provide the level of help and expertise that now exists. These newer correction methods are more effective and more comfortable than ever before.
MASSAGE THERAPY
Massage therapy aids in patients’ rehabilitation by focusing on manipulating and realigning the deepest layer of muscles and connective tissue. It is the most beneficial therapy to release chronic muscle spasms. At Superior Spine Care we provide specific massage and muscular therapy tailored to meet the patient’s condition and injury. The benefits of massage therapy include increased blood circulation, reduced swelling, relaxed muscles and pain relief.
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PHYSICAL THERAPY
Physical Therapy is the treatment or management of physical disability, movement, malfunction, or pain, without the use of medicine or surgery. With many years of experience and continuing education, Chrissy employs a variety of different physical therapy modalities to personalize your treatment program with a specialty in using Myofascial Release Technique to help alleviate acute and chronic pain.
ACUPUNCTURE
Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese-based approach to treating a variety of health conditions. It works by triggering different points on the skin with small, one-time use, stainless steel micro-filament needles. It is based on the idea that a blockage, or disturbance, in the body’s flow of Qi (pronounced as “chee”) can cause heath issues. Dr. Chester Dickerson, Superior Spine Care’s Licensed Acupuncturist, Therapist, inserts thin needles at specific points to help with pain relief and restore proper energy flow.
