Chiropractic Beneficial for Carpal Tunnel

Chiropractic Methods Considered Effective during Treatment of Carpal Tunnel Pain

Dr. Ernst sees a lot of patients troubled with carpal tunnel syndrome in our busy Arlington chiropractic office. While some people think that the origin of this wrist-related pain is muscular, it's really a problem that comes from the nerves--and not just the nerves in your hands.

Research Shows Chiropractic Therapy Helps With Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Recent research printed in the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy assessed 71 women between the ages of 35 and 59 who were diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome. Upon investigating the subjects' neck range of motion, the authors found that the women had less cervical mobility when compared to a healthy control group.

In addition, they also found that the level of the women's reported carpal tunnel problem was linked to the lateral flexion of the cervical spine. In other words, the less mobility in the neck, the higher the level of discomfort.

This research is extremely important, as you can't successfully treat a problem until you fully understand its source. By understanding that the root of carpal tunnel symptoms is in the neck, this means that natural approaches like chiropractic treatment can often restore normal function, reducing the need for risky surgical procedures.

We Can Help Clients Find Comfort From Carpal Tunnel Discomfort

If you have carpal tunnel issues, call our Arlington location and ask how Dr. Ernst can help you get relief!

Studies

De-la-Llave-Rincon A et al. (2011, May). Women with carpal tunnel syndrome show restricted cervical range of motion. Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy;41(5):305-10.
Simon H. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. University of Maryland Medical Center. Updated May 6, 2012. Retrieved from https://umm.edu/health/medical/reports/articles/carpal-tunnel-syndrome on November 2, 2015.