Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a nerve disorder that causes discomfort in the hands and wrists of millions of people. While painful, the condition is generally treatable—and preventable. The Web sites in this guide can help you learn what can be done to correct carpal tunnel syndrome and protect yourself from developing the condition.
Expand All Guide SectionsWhat is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Use this section to learn more about what carpal tunnel syndrome is and what factors place a person ... read more »
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Symptoms and Diagnosis
According to the American College of Rheumatology, the public’s familiarity with carpal tunnel syndrome often causes many people to wrongly attribute pain in their hands to this condition. The Web sites in this section can help you understand the causes, symptoms and diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome more precisely.
Dulcinea's Insight
- If you’d prefer paper copies of material about carpal tunnel syndrome, the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) mails information packets to people who request them.
Dulcinea's Picks
For symptoms …
MSN Health & Fitness
discusses some of the symptoms of carpal tunnel and elaborates on the potential connections between this condition and fibromyalgia.
WebMD
elaborates on the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome and explains when to see a physician if you’re exhibiting symptoms.
For diagnosis …
The American College of Rheumatology
offers information on how carpal tunnel syndrome is diagnosed, and where to find a rheumatologist who may be able to help.
The New York Times Health Guide
on carpal tunnel syndrome lists several questions to ask your doctor as you seek help determining whether you have carpal tunnel syndrome.
Who knew?
Mayo Clinic
explains that carpal tunnel syndrome isn’t a condition that appeared with the onset of the technology age; rather, it’s been around since the beginning of the 20th century.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment and Prevention
The Web sites in this section contain resources that explain the methods used to treat and prevent ... read more »
© 2010 Dulcinea Media, Inc.
