Natural Carpal Tunnel Treatment with Chiropractic

Chiropractic Methods Considered Effective for Carpal Tunnel Diagnosis

Dr. Wagner sees a lot of patients afflicted with carpal tunnel syndrome in our busy Alexandria chiropractic office. While some people think that the origin of this wrist-related pain is muscular, it's really a condition that comes from the nerves--and not just the nerves in your hands.

Research Supports Chiropractic Care Helps With Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

A recent study printed in the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy assessed 71 women between the ages of 35 and 59 who were diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome. Upon investigating the subjects' neck range of motion, the researchers found that the patients had reduced cervical flexibility when compared to a healthy control group.

In addition, it was also found that the degree of the women's reported carpal tunnel discomfort was related to the lateral flexion of the cervical spine. In other words, the less flexibility in the neck, the higher the level of discomfort.

This study is very important, as you can't successfully treat a problem until you fully understand its source. By understanding that the root of carpal tunnel issues is in the neck, this means that all-natural approaches like chiropractic treatment can often restore normal function, reducing the need for risky surgical procedures.

We Can Help Clients Find Comfort From Carpal Tunnel Pain

If you suffer with carpal tunnel issues, call our Alexandria office and ask how Dr. Wagner can help you get relief!

Sources

De-la-Llave-Rincon A et al. (2011, May). Women with carpal tunnel syndrome show restricted cervical range of motion. Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy;41(5):305-10.
Simon H. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. University of Maryland Medical Center. Updated May 6, 2012. Retrieved from https://umm.edu/health/medical/reports/articles/carpal-tunnel-syndrome on November 2, 2015.