Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) has become one of the most widespread occupational health problems we face today. It affects millions of people a year, and with our growing reliance on computers there seems to be no end in sight.

This painful syndrome is caused by pressure on the median nerve just above the wrist. Pressure on this nerve can be caused by an injury or sustained use from common activities like typing, chopping, hammering, or pushing. Symptoms of CTS range from wrist pain, numbness, tingling, burning, weakness or loss of grip strength, and loss of sleep due to discomfort. It’s definitely not fun, but there’s hope!

There are a number of different ways to treat this condition that don’t involve surgery. In most cases, a chiropractic adjustment to the affected area is an extremely effective non-invasive solution. Weirdly, in some cases, a misalignment in either the back or neck can cause this condition (apparently, the “Skeleton Dance” song was right!), and chiropractic manipulation of the neck and/or spine can also serve as an effective treatment option. These treatments, along with physical therapy, stretching, and strengthening exercises, can in most cases effectively alleviate and eventually eliminate the symptoms associated with CTS.

Lucky for you, Dr. Roger is one of the few chiropractors in the area who specializes in adjusting extremities! Contact Gulph Mills Chiropractic to schedule a complimentary initial assessment (including x-rays if necessary!): www.GulphMillsChiro.com/appointment or  call 484-751-5037. Check out our FaceBook & Instagram pages, too!