Acupuncture is a method of “freeing up” or opening the channels of energy in a body. I remember reading years ago that an American engineer was able to trace these energy channels. He said they do, in fact, occur. He was able to document them electronically or electrically. By opening energetic channels or passageways in… Continue reading Acupuncture and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is Caused by Compression in Your Wrist
The carpal tunnel is the internal “tunnel”, or passageway, enclosed by your wrist bones. Your nerves and blood vessels pass through this “tunnel.” If this area gets compressed (squeezed–which happens from position, swelling or crushing) uncomfortable sensations in your hand can result. Compression can result from movements such as tilting. We are made to move… Continue reading Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is Caused by Compression in Your Wrist
Stretching for Carpal Tunnel Pain Relief
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome can have several causes but most often the cause is muscles. Tight overstretched muscles in your back. Tight shortened muscles in the front of your body. Muscles can be the primary cause of your symptoms. Strengthening helps and so does stretching but it’s helpful to know WHICH muscles to strengthen and WHICH… Continue reading Stretching for Carpal Tunnel Pain Relief
Carpal Tunnel Pain Relief – Steps for Simple Movements to Reduce Your Carpal Tunnel Symptoms
Carpal tunnel pain? Relief can be yours, often with simple movements. Many doctors and therapists look at the area of pain and that’s the area they treat. But carpal tunnel syndrome is often a whole body issue so treatment should be geared to your whole body. (That’s all covered in my Carpal Tunnel Tool Kit.)… Continue reading Carpal Tunnel Pain Relief – Steps for Simple Movements to Reduce Your Carpal Tunnel Symptoms
Should You Have Surgery for Carpal Tunnel Pain Relief?
Sometimes Carpal Tunnel surgery is necessary. However, since your muscles are so often the cause of your carpal tunnel symptoms, it makes sense to me to always to try the least invasive thing first. None of the natural methods of symptom relief like massaging your muscles, stretching, strengthening your back or yoga cause unwanted permanent… Continue reading Should You Have Surgery for Carpal Tunnel Pain Relief?
Massage Your Hands For Carpal Tunnel Pain Relief
If you have carpal tunnel pain, relief can sometimes be as simple as massaging your hands. Massaging your own hands and arms when you wash them or apply lotion will help your muscles (as well as your nerves and other soft tissues, too.) This is something youcan do several times a day, even if it’s… Continue reading Massage Your Hands For Carpal Tunnel Pain Relief
Should You Wear a Wrist Brace for Wrist Pain or Correct Your Working Position?
Wrist and hand pain can be caused by holding your hands and arms in stressful positions when you work. If you tend to flex your wrists up or down while you are working or playing, it can cause pain in your hand or in your carpal tunnel area. If so, you might feel that wearing… Continue reading Should You Wear a Wrist Brace for Wrist Pain or Correct Your Working Position?
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome Can Be Relieved With Massage Therapy
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome has many causes but often the cause is muscular. This is good news because muscles are treatable naturally.
Carpal Tunnel Pain Relief Naturally
If you have carpal tunnel pain, relief can be yours. Naturally! There are lots of reasons for carpal tunnel pain, and figuring out which reasons are causing your symptoms will help you know what to do to get rid of it without surgery or drugs. (Although you may need some medication to help you along… Continue reading Carpal Tunnel Pain Relief Naturally
4 Movement Tips For Carpal Tunnel Pain Relief With The Pain Relief Coach
If you want carpal tunnel pain relief, you need to start doing some things differently. Change only happens when we…well, change. 🙂 It’s important to make sure you have all the nutrients your body needs, plenty of water and enough sleep but it’s also important to take care of your muscles. Moving in different ways… Continue reading 4 Movement Tips For Carpal Tunnel Pain Relief With The Pain Relief Coach