Natural Carpal Tunnel Treatment with Chiropractic

Chiropractic Spinal Adjustments Reported as Effective for Carpal Tunnel Pain

Dr. Palmer sees a lot of patients troubled with carpal tunnel syndrome in our busy Depew chiropractic practice. While some people think that the source of this wrist-related pain is muscular, it's actually a condition that arises from the nerves--and not just the nerves in your hands.

Research Supports Chiropractic Treatment Helps With Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

A recent study printed in the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy assessed 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.

Furthermore, they also observed 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 range of motion in the neck, the greater the level of discomfort.

This study is extremely important, as you cannot successfully resolve a condition until you fully understand its source. By understanding that the root of carpal tunnel issues is in the neck, this means that natural approaches like chiropractic treatment can often restore normal function, eliminating the need for risky operations.

We Can Help Clients Find Comfort From Carpal Tunnel Issues

If you are suffering from carpal tunnel issues, call our Depew office and ask how Dr. Palmer can help you get relief!

Sources

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.