23/08/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 24/08/2024 04:16
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common condition due to compression of the median nerve in the wrist. It causes numbness, tingling, and pain in the thumb and first three fingers of the hand. In severe or prolonged cases, it can also lead to weakness in your hand.
If you find yourself struggling with these or similar symptoms, you might be wondering if you have carpal tunnel syndrome. Take this quiz to help you sort through your symptoms.
Repetitive motions with your hand and wrist
Work with vibrating tools
Prolonged pressure on your wrist or palm
Examples could include construction work, playing a musical instrument, food prep, gardening, long periods of driving, and working on an assembly line.
Arthritis
Thyroid disease
Amyloidosis
Diabetes
A previous wrist injury
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