Carpal tunnel is a painful condition that affects the wrists and hands. This condition is caused by the median nerve becoming compressed. It can cause tingling, pain, and numbness in the hand. For some people, the condition is so severe that it causes the person to lose functionality in their hand. There are many potential treatments out there for carpal tunnel. Many of those treatments require prescription medications and surgery. These options come with risks and side effects. They may not work well, and the condition can return. An all-natural option is to go to a chiropractor for help with carpal tunnel syndrome. A chiropractor can offer natural techniques to help with the symptoms of carpal tunnel. These options are completely safe and affordable.
Treating the Problem at Its Source
If you have an injury to your shoulder, wrist, arms, or back, you are at risk for developing carpal tunnel. The median nerve goes up the arm, and if there is any inflammation, this can cause the symptoms of carpal tunnel. A chiropractor will take their time to root out the cause of your pain. They will check out your wrist, arm, shoulder, and back to determine the root cause of your problem. This will help to ensure that the problems are fixed at their source. If a problem is not fixed, the situation could get worse over time.
Finding the Root Cause
Carpal tunnel happens for a reason. Typically, this reason is due to something that you are doing in your life. Chiropractors can sit down with you to determine what habits and behaviors that you have. This can help them to narrow down the cause of your carpal tunnel. Things that may lead to the cause of carpal tunnel include: • Use of power tools • Computer usage • Typing • Use of piano • Repetitive movement • Picking up extremely heavy items • Car accidents • Other injuries Your chiropractor will be able to give you ways to fix a recurrence of the problem. If you continue to do the things that are causing carpal tunnel, your symptoms will never get better. A chiropractor can show you things like using an ergonomic keyboard can help your wrists immensely. Ergonomic keyboards, and mice can help to cushion your wrist. This will help to prevent any inflammation from starting. They can also show you chair options that will help you to sit properly if you are working on a computer. Choosing an ergonomic chair can help to prevent back injuries and shoulder injuries. They will also make recommendations on things like using braces or wraps to help prevent further nerve injury. Another thing that chiropractors can help you with is making sure that you are getting adequate nutrition to help aid in your overall health. Chiropractors can also instruct you on some holistic treatments for your carpal tunnel symptoms.
Treatments by a Chiropractor
Treatments by a chiropractor include manual adjustment. Manual adjustment can be done to your spine, arm, and wrist. This adjustment will help to relieve the pressure that has built up on your nerves. The reduction of pressure can help to rid the area of inflammation. This treatment can also help prevent further nerve entrapment. Your chiropractor will want to make several adjustments for a time to help to ensure that your carpal tunnel is treated.
Non-Invasive Treatment
If you are a fan of non-invasive treatments, chiropractic care is the treatment for you. You will be able to avoid expensive surgeries that may or may not work. You will not have to take potentially dangerous pharmaceutical medications. Working with a chiropractor will also allow you to save money. Chiropractors are never as expensive as a regular doctor, and many will work with you on payment plans. Once you start treatments, it is best to continue them for a while. Most chiropractors will recommend several months of treatment. It would not hurt your overall health to decide to continue seeing a chiropractor long term. If you are suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome, consider visiting a chiropractor today.
He or she can help you to get the pain relief that you need. You do not need to suffer from the symptoms of this issue. If left untreated, the condition can worsen with time. Some people have even experienced the complete loss of usage of their hands due to carpal tunnel. It is important to seek treatment as soon as you start having symptoms. Call Integrative Chiropractic Health & Wellness today at 205-637-1363 to schedule an appointment. We are ready to help you get relief from your carpal tunnel syndrome.
