Whats the best way to heal carpel tunnel?

Answer 1

The increased frequency of carpal tunnel syndrome since 1950 parallels the increased presence of compounds that interfere with vitamin B6 in the body. Particularly incriminating is tartrazine (FD&C yellow dye #5). Tartrazine is added to almost every packaged food. In the United States, the average daily per capita consumption of certified dyes is 15 mg, of which eighty-five percent is tartrazine. Elimination of tartrazine from the diet may help carpal tunnel syndrome.

There are three products from Natural Factors that I think are critical in supporting good health:

* MultiStart (age and gender specific multiple vitamin and mineral formulas). Follow label instructions.
* Enriching Greens - a great tasting "greens drink" containing highly concentrated "greens" like chlorella, spirulina, wheat grass juice, barley grass juice, etc., and herbal extracts. Take one serving (one tablespoon) in 8 ounces of water daily.
* RxOmega-3 Factors - A true pharmaceutical grade fish oil supplement. Take two capsules daily.

Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) supplementation appears to be quite helpful in many cases based upon several double-blind studies. It may take as long as three months to produce a benefit, but vitamin B6 is effective in many cases. Take 25 mg of vitamin B6 three to four times daily.

Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) and other B vitamins may increase the effectiveness of vitamin B6 in the treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome. In one study, riboflavin was shown to be useful in the treatment of carpal syndrome on its own, but an even greater effect was seen when it was combined with vitamin B6. Vitamin B2 functions in converting vitamin B6 into its more active form, pyridoxal 5'-phosphate. Take 10 mg of riboflavin daily. Note: no need to supplement B2 if you are taking a MultiStart formula.

Celadrin® is an all-natural matrix of special cetylated, esterifed fatty acids that reduce inflammation. The unique features of Celadrin® as a natural product include an ability to reduce inflammation and pain quickly with no side effects as demonstrated in clinical trials published in the internationally acclaimed Journal of Rheumatology. Available in cream and capsule form, Celadrin® is clinically proven to produce results. Celadrin® cream can be applied to affected areas on an as needed basis. The dosage with oral preparations is three soft gelatin capsules daily.

While B6 therapy will ofte take a few months to produce results, use of the topical Celadrin® cream can produce results within 30 minutes.

Eat more

* Cold water fish such as salmon, tuna, herring, mackerel and halibut.
* Organically grown fruits and vegetables
* Nuts and seeds
* Whole grains
* Ginger

Avoid highly refined products such as white rice, white bread and white pasta, excessive saturated fats and foods which contain trans fats.

Answer 2

Treatment & recommendations -

1. Aspartame( nutrasweet ) avodiance:Aspartame use has been reported to trigger Carpal Tunnel syndrome.

2.MSM (methylsulfonylmethane) - It is recommended that first time users start at a low level, taking it with meals and increasing the dose gradually. Later, it can be taken without food. A typical starting recommendation is 250mg per day, increasing to an average therapeutic dose of about 2gm per day. MSM needs to be taken for at least 1-2 weeks or even up to 2 months before any results will be seen. People taking MSM may notice additional benefits such as softer skin, harder nails, thicker hair, and softening of scar tissue.

3.Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) - B6 is most effective when taken along with a B-complex supplement. ( B-50 Complex )

4.Fish oil, containing the essential omega-3 fatty acids, eciosapentaenoic (EPA) and docosahexainoic acid (DHA) is an important component of any supplement regimen to heal CTS. Your daily dosage should contain at least 2500 mg total of EPA/ DHA.

5.When lying down, elevate your affected arm with pillows.

6.To reduce pain and inflammation, apply a flexible ice pack (or even a bag of frozen peas) to your wrist for 10 minutes every hour.

7.When working with your hands, try to keep your wrists straight. Flexing or twisting them stresses the carpal tunnel.

8.Try to vary activities and rotate tasks so that your wrists are not constantly bent.

9.Take frequent rest and stretching breaks during any activity that requires repetitive hand motions. At least once an hour, extend your wrist and fingers and shake your hands.

10.When working at a computer keyboard, make sure your fingers are lower than your wrists. Don't rest the heels of your hands on the keyboard or mouse pad.

11.While driving, avoid gripping the steering wheel too tightly.

12.To reduce stress on the wrist, lift objects with the entire hand, or better yet, with both hands.

13.Listen to your body. If your hands hurt during an activity, it's time to stop.

14.Reduce the amount of salt in your diet. Salt promotes water retention, which can contribute to swelling.

15.Quit smoking. Smoking aggravates the condition by constricting the small blood vessels of the hand.

16.Fingerless gloves, may help symptoms by keeping the wrist warm, or they may worsen symptoms by putting more pressure on the carpal tunnel. Ask your doctor if these implements are recommended for your particular condition.

Answer 3

From the Mayo Clinic:
"In the earliest stages, the numbness and tingling can be relieved simply by shaking the hand, which eases the pressure on the median nerve. If symptoms persist and worsen, getting rid of the numbness and tingling becomes increasingly difficult. Waking up in the night with numbness and tingling is common, since sleep positions often hyperextend or hyperflex the wrist, pinching the median nerve."
http://www.mayoclinic.org/carpal-tunnel-syndrome/treatment.html

From the US National Institutes of Health:
"Initial treatment generally involves resting the affected hand and wrist for at least 2 weeks, avoiding activities that may worsen symptoms, and immobilizing the wrist in a splint to avoid further damage from twisting or bending. If there is inflammation, applying cool packs can help reduce swelling."
http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/carpal_tunnel/detail_carpal_tunnel.htm#69013049

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Answer 4

CTS is common among typists and is an overuse syndrome, the best way to fix it is to adjust the causative factor in your case the position of your wrist on pads. You may use splints to support your wrist and rest from repetitive motions that provoke discomfort. As for exercise strengthening of hand and wrist muscles can be done.

Answer 5

After years of pain, I finally had the surgery, didn't help.
I guess it depends on the person. Doctors are
just guessing. Wrist supports worn at night help.
Also less strain. It takes years to mess 'em up, so there's no fast cure, if any.

Answer 6

Stretch your wrist constantly and don't work through the pain. You could also get some wrist guards pretty cheap and they help a great deal.

Answer 7

B-6 at least 100mg a day

Answer 8

carpal tunnel is a physical problem due to malformation, it cannot be healed. It has to be either surgically corrected, or just coped with on a symptomatic basis. your choice.

Answer 9

You could have the surgery but I heard it isn`t so successful. Sorry for your condition!!

Answer 10

Chiropractic care and stretching..