What are trigger points and how do they cause Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Conventional allopathic medicine (that means your medical doctor) sometimes recognizes trigger points. Some doctors do truly understand trigger points–what they are, how they work–but others think that every tender place is a trigger point. That’s not true. When doctors treat trigger points, it… Continue reading Trigger Points and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Category: Massage for Carpal Tunnel
Scalene Muscle Treatment for Carpal Tunnel Pain Relief
Bodies are just so amazing! They want to be well. Sometimes they need a little help from you to get better. Sometimes they need a little help from a professional massage therapist who understands bodies. There are muscles in your neck which can cause carpal tunnel syndrome and thoracic outlet syndrome. (Syndromes are collections of… Continue reading Scalene Muscle Treatment for Carpal Tunnel Pain Relief
What Muscles Cause Pain In Your Fingers And Wrists?
Sometimes Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is the real cause of pain in wrists, hands and fingers. There is nerve compression inside the “tunnel” in the wrist for one reason or another (things like weight gain, swelling, inflammation, pregnancy, diabetes). More often, however, muscles are to blame for symptoms that appear to be Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. “Trigger… Continue reading What Muscles Cause Pain In Your Fingers And Wrists?
Pain In Your Hand & Upper Arm – Is It Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Is the pain in your hand and upper arm part of carpal tunnel syndrome? Maybe. Maybe not. Muscles are largely responsible for carpal tunnel-type symptoms. Muscles can be “too tight” or can develop trigger points. Pain from trigger points runs in typical patterns. If you have pain in your upper arm and hand that meets… Continue reading Pain In Your Hand & Upper Arm – Is It Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Pain in Your Thumb? Is it Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
If you have pain in your thumb, maybe it seems like Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, but… There are lots of reasons why you can have pain in your thumb, and most of them involve your muscles rather than your “carpal tunnel”! Let’s count the ways… There are muscles on the outside of your lower arm that… Continue reading Pain in Your Thumb? Is it Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
The Muscle In Your Neck That Causes “Knots” and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
There are two pain syndromes that can both be caused by the same set of muscles, even though the symptoms are not close together.Carpal tunnel syndrome and “knots” in your upper back (muscle spasm between your shoulder blade and spine) can be caused by your neck muscles. This cause of both carpal tunnel symptoms and… Continue reading The Muscle In Your Neck That Causes “Knots” and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Who Can Help You Get Rid of Your Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Who can help you get rid of your carpal tunnel symptoms? Here are four possible causes for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and the people who can help you for each of the causes: Diabetes. You need a doctor to help you control your sugar diabetes. You can often take control yourself with diet and lifestyle changes,… Continue reading Who Can Help You Get Rid of Your Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Does Massage Hurt if You Have Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
There is always a reason when you get carpal tunnel pain. Sometimes the reason is easy to figure out. In the field of massage, there are many professionals who have an excellent understanding of the causes of carpal tunnel syndrome but not all do. Click that link to discover how to find a massage therapist… Continue reading Does Massage Hurt if You Have Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Can Massage Help Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
There is absolutely no doubt in my mind that therapeutic massage can be a great help in relieving the pain and the causes of carpal tunnel syndrome. Sometimes, massage along with a few changes in position, posture and habits is all you will need to get rid of your carpal tunnel discomfort. Now, I have… Continue reading Can Massage Help Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Pain in Your Arm, Wrist or Hand? Do-It-Yourself Massage Helps Carpal Tunnel Pain
Do you have pain in your wrist, hand and/or arm? Do you suspect carpal tunnel syndrome? Have you thought about why you have this carpal tunnel area pain? We put lots of strain on the muscles in our lower arm during the course of our day. Maybe your arm is flexed while you carry bags… Continue reading Pain in Your Arm, Wrist or Hand? Do-It-Yourself Massage Helps Carpal Tunnel Pain