These days millions of Americans have jobs which can have damaging effects on the hands and arms. Repetitive movements which are not performed with good ergonomics in mind can cause micro-trauma to the hands and wrists. This trauma combined with joint dysfunction and spinal problems may result in a condition known as carpal tunnel syndrome.
The median nerve which is affected travels from the tips of the fingers through the wrist up the arm and into the neck connecting to the spinal cord. If one or more of these structures are affected, symptoms of wrist pain, numbness, weakness, burning and loss of muscle function can occur. Chiropractic treatment can assure that all of the joints and muscles along the path of the nerve are free of obstruction and functioning normally, thus reducing nerve irritation.
However, it is important to note that symptoms of numbness, pain, or tingling in the arms and hands are more commonly related to the neck. This is especially true when the symptoms occur in both arms. There is a group of nerves in the mid to lower neck region that branch out into the arms, hands, and fingers. Pressure on any of these nerves due to spinal misalignment can result in symptoms that resemble Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Your chiropractor can relieve the pressure on these nerves with spinal adjustments.
Read our spinal and full body wellness tips to learn more about how you can prevent carpal tunnel syndrome and other similar conditions.
Dr. Josh and Dr. Aaron of Watkins Family Chiropractic have had great success in relieving numbness, pain, and tingling symptoms into the arms and the legs. Before you talk surgery, make sure your spine is well aligned. If there is a chance surgery could be avoided, it is well worth visiting your chiropractor for.
