Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, and How Massage Can Help
Do you ever feel tingling, numbness or pain in your hands and wrists after typing or using your phone? You might be experiencing carpal tunnel syndrome, a common condition that affects millions of people, especially those who work at a desk.
WHAT IS CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME?
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome occurs when the median nerve, which runs from your forearm into your palm, becomes compressed at the wrist. The carpal tunnel is a narrow passageway in your wrist surrounded by bones and ligaments. Repetitive movements, poor wrist positioning or swelling can reduce this tunnel space and put pressure on the nerve.
COMMON CAUSES
Prolonged typing or computer work
Repetitive wrist movements (construction workers, hair stylist, waiters, mechanics, etc)
Poor wrist posture while sleeping
Arthritis or wrist injuries
SYMPTOMS OF CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME
Tingling or numbness in the thumb, index, and middle fingers
Hand weakness (dropping objects)
Pain radiating up the forearm
Worsening symptoms at night of upon waking
WHY TRIGGER POINT MASSAGE THERAPY WORKS FOR CARPAL TUNNEL
While braces and stretches can help manage symptoms, massage therapy targets the root cause by:
Releasing tight forearm muscles that compress the wrist
Improve blood flow to reduce inflammation
Releasing fascia restrictions in the wrist and palm
Reducing nerve compression by easing tension along the entire arm
In fact, a 2010 study found that trigger point therapy helped 67% of patients, noting that their symptom severity score dropped from 33.5 to 18.6. That is significant relief!
HOW PINNACLE THERAPEUTICS MASSAGE HELPS
Sessions for carpal tunnel focus on:
Forearm Flexor Release- Releasing deep tension in the muscles used for gripping and typing
Wrist and Hand Massage- Reducing local inflammation and relaxing tight tendons
Neck and Shoulder Work- Addressing nerve tension originating higher up along the brachial plexus, which often contributes to wrist issues
WHEN TO SEEK MASSAGE FOR CARPAL TUNNEL
Massage can help at any stage, but the sooner you address it, the more likely you can avoid surgery or permanent nerve damage. If you notice tingling, numbness or weakness in your hands and wrists, don’t wait.
PREVENTING CARPAL TUNNEL
Adjust desk ergonomics (keyboard and mouse height)
Take breaks every 30-60 minutes to stretch your wrists and hands
Avoid sleeping with bent wrists
Strengthen forearm and wrist muscles to improve resilience
RELIEVE YOUR WRIST PAIN TODAY
Carpal tunnel doesn’t have to limit your work or daily life. With targeted massage therapy, you can improve hand function, reduce pain and protect your nerves long-term.
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