What Is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Question: In whom is carpal tunnel more common?
Answer:
- Those who use keyboard and mouse for long periods
- People with diabetes, thyroid disease, rheumatic diseases
- Pregnant women
Its prevalence in the general population is about 3–5% according to studies, but it is more common in women.
Question: What are the symptoms?
Answer:
- Nighttime hand numbness
- Pain and tingling in the fingers
- Decreased grip strength in advanced stages
What can be done in daily life for carpal tunnel?
- Use of a night wrist splint
- Adjustment of computer ergonomics
- Avoid carrying heavy loads with one hand
- Hand–wrist stretching exercises
“If there is no response to physical therapy, surgical options may be evaluated.”