Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a progressive condition caused by a nerve in the wrist becoming compressed due to continual, repetitive motion. 

Symptoms usually start gradually, with pain, weakness, or numbness in the hand or wrist, with pain radiating up the arm. It occurs when the median nerve, which runs from the forearm into the hand, becomes pressed or squeezed. 

With progressed Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, people feel the tingling and pain constantly, and decreased ability to grip might make it difficult to grasp, make a fist, or perform other manual tasks.

Though it is believed to occur in people who do repetitive movements, sometimes it is believed to be a genetic condition where the carpal tunnel is simply smaller in some people than in others.

Home Remedies for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome:

Rest:

Initial treatment is resting the affected hand and wrist for at least two weeks, and avoiding any activity that would cause strain to be put on the wrist, because that might worsen the condition. 

Immobilization of the wrist in a brace, or splint, can help avoid further damage from bending or twisting the wrist.

Aspirin:

Non-steroid, anti-inflammatory drugs, like aspirin, ibuprofen, or other nonprescription medications might be helpful.

Ice Packs:

Ice packs, wrapped in a washcloth or hand towel and applied to the wrist can reduce inflammation, and ease the pain.

Wrist Brace:

Recurrence of carpal tunnel syndrome is rare, if precautionary measures are taken, such as wearing a wrist brace when performing any activity that could irritate the carpal nerve.

Exercise:

Regularly performing strengthening exercises, stretching exercises, frequent breaks, and using correct posture and wrist position should prevent a recurrence of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in most cases.

Supplements:

An all natural pill is available to treat carpal tunnel syndrome. It contains boswellia serrata, gingko biloba, grapeseed, turmeric root, bromelain, citrus bioflavanoids, vitamin B-6 and vitamin C. 

The recommended dosage is two or three capsules at the first symptoms, and an additional two capsules every three hours as needed.

Creams:

Creams containing capsaicin, the substance that makes hot peppers hot, massaged into the wrist can provide temporary relief, but be sure to wear a surgical type glove while you are applying the cream, and wash your hands thoroughly. 

This cream may sting at first, and it must not be gotten into the eyes.