Symptoms and Treatment for Carpal Tunnel From Your West Babylon Chiropractor

Carpal tunnel syndrome causes tingling, numbness and pain in the hands and wrists.  Surgery is one of the most common ways to relieve symptoms but sometimes it does not work. Research studies have shown carpal tunnel is often caused by problems with the spine and neck. It is caused by bone misalignment and tense muscles in the neck. At Hansen Chiropractic, we offer several non-invasive treatments for carpal tunnel.

What Causes Carpal Tunnel?

It is caused by repetitive motion in job or daily tasks that you perform. Typing, gardening, artistic work, working at a factory on an assembly line, cutting meat, and other repetitive tasks cause it. The compression of the median nerve causes pain and numbness. Our chiropractor can determine when the condition is caused by problems with the spine or neck with an examination. After diagnosing your condition, Dr. Chris Hansen will prescribe the best treatment.

Type of Treatment For Carpal Tunnel

Chiropractic Care

When the doctor finds the cause to be in the neck and spine he will perform chiropractic adjustments to correct the problem. This will relieve the pain and help with restoring motion to your joints.  He will perform adjustment to the hand and wrist as well. This is a common treatment for carpal tunnel.

Physical Therapy

Physical therapy is exercises and workouts that help you gain movement using your hand and wrist again.  The specific exercises suggested by the doctor will strengthen your hands and wrists.  Theses exercise often consist of exercise and stretches.  Physical therapy is a good way to regain movement in your hands and wrists.

Wrist Supports

The doctor might give you wrist supports to wear after chiropractic care and physical therapy. These support the hands and wrists and prevent further injury. It can reshape and stretch soft tissue relieving pain and pressure on the nerves.

Pain Management

Cold laser therapy might be used to control pain in the hands and wrists. It is a device the size of a flashlight. Laser light is placed directly over the injured area. It reduces pain and heals the cells o the hand and wrist.

Schedule an Appointment with Your West Babylon Chiropractor

Contact Hansen Chiropractic in West Babylon to make an appointment for diagnosis and treatment of carpal tunnel.  Don't suffer from pain call 631-321-5400.