Who wants instant relief for carpal tunnel syndrome? I know I would if I had it. Bring it on! 🙂 And there are lots of products that claim either an instant cure or to work pretty darn quickly. But you know what? They most likely won’t work. Why not? They don’t respect the natural laws… Continue reading Instant Relief For Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Author: Kathryn Merrow
Carpal Tunnel Surgery Should Always Be The Last Resort
Considering carpal tunnel surgery? Here is something to think about. It’s from the back cover of The Eye Care Sourcebook by Jay B. Lavine, M.D. (There IS a tie-in to Carpal Tunnel Syndrome–honest.) “Embracing the philosophy that prevention is the highest form of healing and that surgery should always be considered the last resort, Dr.… Continue reading Carpal Tunnel Surgery Should Always Be The Last Resort
Does Repetitive Movement Cause Carpal Tunnel Pain
Repetitive movement often gets the blame for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. But the truth of the matter is, it’s not just the movement. People used to move in many directions all day long. Even a typist had to turn the part of the typewriter that the paper wrapped around. She or he had to insert each… Continue reading Does Repetitive Movement Cause Carpal Tunnel Pain
What are the Physical Causes of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Hand and Wrist Pain
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a collection of symptoms. You may have one or more things causing your symptoms. Symptoms are such things are numbness, tingling or pain. Here is a list of questions to ask yourself: 1. How is your posture? Posture that is collapsing forward can cause carpal tunnel pain. 2. Where is your… Continue reading What are the Physical Causes of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Hand and Wrist Pain
Musicians and Carpal Tunnel Pain
Many types of musicians get hand, wrist and arm pain. They may believe it is caused by repetitive movement when they play their instrument. More likely the pain is caused by doing the repetitive movement incorrectly (wrong.) And they probably don’t even realize they are doing it wrong! I received an email from a pianist… Continue reading Musicians and Carpal Tunnel Pain
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome And Natural Relief With Massage and Chiropractic
I watched a very good video about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and natural healing ten or so years ago. The chiropractor who did the presentation indicated that bones move and can press on the nerves in the carpal tunnel. He also indicates that a doctor who does manipulation can help. The thing to remember is that… Continue reading Carpal Tunnel Syndrome And Natural Relief With Massage and Chiropractic
Do Massage Therapists Get Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
A massage therapist who has thumb and wrist pain asked me whether I had any suggestions. Hoo boy! I almost always have suggestions! 🙂 How could this have happened? Well, all massage schools are not the same. Some teach relaxation type massage and some teach therapeutic massage. Some give good instruction to students about using… Continue reading Do Massage Therapists Get Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Does Salt Cause Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Can salt cause carpal tunnel symptoms? This is the question a reader asked. Table salt (sodium chloride) can cause swelling in the tissues, probably more in some folks than others. When I used to put lots of table salt on my popcorn, in the morning the tissues around my eyes would be swollen. That means… Continue reading Does Salt Cause Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
What’s the Easiest Way to Get Rid of Your Carpal Tunnel Pain Naturally
What’s the easiest way to have carpal tunnel pain relief naturally? Well, since there can be several causes all in the same body, step one would be try to figure out the causes. Step two–since you asked–is massage. You can do self-massage or have professional massage therapy by a skilled therapist. If you have muscles… Continue reading What’s the Easiest Way to Get Rid of Your Carpal Tunnel Pain Naturally
What’s the Problem with NSAID’s for Carpal Tunnel Pain
Your doctor may suggest anti-inflammatories or NSAID’s for your carpal tunnel pain. Is it a good idea? NSAID’s are medications which reduce inflammation and swelling. If swelling in your carpal tunnel is the actual cause of your carpal tunnel symptoms then, theoretically, reducing the swelling will reduce your symptoms. Remember: I’m not a doctor–I’m just… Continue reading What’s the Problem with NSAID’s for Carpal Tunnel Pain