Chiropractic Beneficial for Carpal Tunnel

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

Research Supports Chiropractic Adjustments Helps With Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

A recent study 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 reduced cervical flexibility when compared to a healthy control group.

In addition, they also observed that the level of the women's reported carpal tunnel pain was related to the lateral flexion of the cervical spine. In short, the less range of motion in the neck, the greater the level of discomfort.

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

We Can Help Patients Find Comfort From Carpal Tunnel Discomfort

If you are suffering from carpal tunnel discomfort, call our Jacksonville and Fleming Island location and ask how Dr. Fritz can help you get relief!

Sources

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.