Natural Carpal Tunnel Treatment with Chiropractic

Drs. Matt & Annie Reyes sees a lot of people afflicted with carpal tunnel syndrome in our busy State College chiropractic practice. While some people think that the origin of this wrist-related pain is muscular, it's really a problem that stems from the nerves--and not just the nerves in your hands.

Research Proves Chiropractic Treatment Helps With Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Recent research 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 researchers discovered that the patients had less cervical mobility when compared to a healthy control group.

In addition, they also discovered that the degree of the women's reported carpal tunnel problem was connected to the lateral flexion of the cervical spine. In short, the less flexibility in the neck area, the greater the level of pain.

This study is very important, as you cannot effectively address a problem until you fully understand its cause. By recognizing that the root of carpal tunnel symptoms is in the neck, this means that natural approaches such as chiropractic care can often restore normal function, eliminating the need for risky surgery.

We Can Help Patients Find Help From Carpal Tunnel Discomfort

If you suffer with carpal tunnel issues, call our State College location and ask how Drs. Matt & Annie Reyes can help you get relief!

Resources

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.