Chiropractic Helps Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Dr. Carradine sees a lot of patients troubled with carpal tunnel syndrome in our busy Boardman 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 Treatment Helps With Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Recent research printed in the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy evaluated 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 doctors found that the women had reduced cervical mobility when compared to a healthy control group.

In addition, they also found that the degree of the women's reported carpal tunnel problem was connected to the lateral flexion of the cervical spine. In other words, the less mobility in the neck, the greater the level of discomfort.

This study is extremely important, as you can't effectively address a problem until you fully understand its cause. By recognizing that the root of carpal tunnel symptoms is in the neck, this means that all-natural approaches like chiropractic treatment can often restore normal function, reducing the need for risky operations.

We Can Help Clients Find Help From Carpal Tunnel Issues

If you suffer with carpal tunnel issues, call our Boardman location and ask how Dr. Carradine can help you get relief!

Research Studies

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.