Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal tunnel syndrome causes weakness, numbness, tingling and other symptoms in the hand and arm. Several things can cause carpal tunnel syndrome, including pinched nerves, repetitive patterns of hand use and other health problems.

Christopher B. Shields, M.D., with the Norton Neuroscience Institute, answers questions about causes and treatments for carpal tunnel syndrome.

What is carpal tunnel syndrome?

What can cause carpal tunnel syndrome?

What are the risk factors for carpal tunnel syndrome?

What are the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome?

How can you seek treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome?

What are the treatment options for carpal tunnel syndrome?

What can you expect after receiving treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome?

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