Treatment without surgery

A non-surgical multidisciplinary approach Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a result of pressure on the median nerve as it passes through the wrist. This condition is usually caused by gradual wear and tear on the tissues, but may occur following a wrist fracture, arthritis, or pregnancy.


High-risk activities include:
Needlework, Typing, Carpentry, Repetitive work tasks.

If you are experiencing any or all of the following symptoms, you may benefit from a consultation with a physician and therapist.

Hands or fingers "falling asleep," becoming numb, or tingling
Pain in the wrists, palms or forearms
Waking at night or in the morning with the above symptoms
Frequent dropping of objects, Difficulty picking up or using small objects, Difficulty completing work and home activities

Computerized testing is available to diagnose Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and determine its severity. Treatment options include:

Splinting, Exercise, Iontophoresis, Job site visit, Tool adaption

Prevention is the key to eliminating future return of symptoms from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
 Surgery is always an option, but it should be the last option.
For years, surgery was the only option for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Now there is a non-surgical treatment program with an 87% success rate for prevention of surgery and reduction of symptoms.

The benefits of this treatment as compared to surgery include:
No lost work time, Cost of approximately $500-700 (based on one hand), No risk of scar tissue, Continued use of both hands without interruption