Is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Permanent?

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Or can it be treated and then heal? My mom Was diagnosed with this today.

Answer 1

Initial treatment involves resting the hand and wrist for at least 2 weeks, and avoiding activities that can worsen symptoms, and also immobilizing the wrist in a splint. NSAIDs such as aspirin, ibuprofin, and other non-prescription pain relievers may help with any pain she is experiencing. Cold packs and other prescription medications can be used to relieve swelling and pressure on the nerve. Usually once treatment has been done, recurrence is rare. The majority of people that have carpal tunnel recover completely. Prevention is the key- stretching exercises, frequent rest breaks, splints, and using correct posture and wrist position are key.

Answer 2

Is Carpal Tunnel Permanent

Answer 3

I had carpal tunnel syndrome over 15 years ago. Treatment today may be different now, but back then I was told that if I didn't deal with it quickly, I could lose the feelings in my fingers.
I went to an Orthopedic Surgeon who started me out with braces on my hands. Your mom should be fitted for these at a pharmacy or a medical supply store. They take a little getting used to, but a brace stabilizes the wrist. I know this syndrome can be very painful. I finally decided to have surgery for it, but the Orthopedic surgeon wanted to cut down my palms. That would take about 6 weeks to heal. Thank God I saw a program on the news about a new way of surgery. This came from a neurosurgeon. He opened up the wrist, snipped what he had to and put just 3 stitches in each wrist. I've never been sorry that I had it done. With exercise, I got over it fast.
I'm sure your Mom will get lots of information from her doctor about it.
Please wish her the best for me, OK?

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Is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Permanent?
Or can it be treated and then heal? My mom Was diagnosed with this today.

Answer 5

No, not really.
Early diagnosis and treatment are important to avoid permanent damage to the median nerve. A physical examination of the hands, arms, shoulders, and neck can help determine if the patient's complaints are related to daily activities or to an underlying disorder, and can rule out other painful conditions that mimic carpal tunnel syndrome. The wrist is examined for tenderness, swelling, warmth, and discoloration. Each finger should be tested for sensation, and the muscles at the base of the hand should be examined for strength and signs of atrophy. Routine laboratory tests and X-rays can reveal diabetes, arthritis, and fractures.

Physicians can use specific tests to try to produce the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome. In the Tinel test, the doctor taps on or presses on the median nerve in the patient's wrist. The test is positive when tingling in the fingers or a resultant shock-like sensation occurs. The Phalen, or wrist-flexion, test involves having the patient hold his or her forearms upright by pointing the fingers down and pressing the backs of the hands together. The presence of carpal tunnel syndrome is suggested if one or more symptoms, such as tingling or increasing numbness, is felt in the fingers within 1 minute. Doctors may also ask patients to try to make a movement that brings on symptoms.

Often it is necessary to confirm the diagnosis by use of electrodiagnostic tests. In a nerve conduction study, electrodes are placed on the hand and wrist. Small electric shocks are applied and the speed with which nerves transmit impulses is measured. In electromyography, a fine needle is inserted into a muscle; electrical activity viewed on a screen can determine the severity of damage to the median nerve. Ultrasound imaging can show impaired movement of the median nerve. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can show the anatomy of the wrist but to date has not been especially useful in diagnosing carpal tunnel syndrome.

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Answer 6

Carpal tunel syndrome may r may not b permanent depending upon the cause.For example in pregnancy a lady can sufer CTS whch wl get relieved after the pregnancy is over.Similarly in other diseases like acromegaly and othr bone diseases,dislocations nd fractures it is permanant.Most of the time u need treatment whch is surgical with good clinical outcomes.

Answer 7

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I have it or had it...they operated on my right wrist to alleviate pressure and the doctor told me it was the worst he had ever seen. I found that the operation did some good but I continued to drop things and have problems. What I learned was whatever caused the carpal tunnel, stop doing it. Nerves heal on their own and will recover slowly. You will deal with it for the rest of your life. Stop doing what you did that caused you to get it. That's the best cure.

Answer 8

See either a neurologist or orthopedist and ask about a carpal tunnel release...simple surgery that loosens up those pesky nerves and tendons. I had it and I'm like new.

Answer 9

CTS is also prevalant in people who have hypothyroidism (even if it's being successfully treated already). If you're reluctant to do the surgery (which is often not successful and really only treats the symptom) see a reputable chiropracter for a consultation. The cause can often be in the neck and it's worth checking out.

Answer 10

There is corrective surgery for carpel tunnel, but it may not be totally effective. A lot of people who have the surgery do experience it again after time.