Acupuncture and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
One in 20 people faces Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, prompting over 2 million doctor visits yearly. It causes nearly 500,000 surgeries annually, making it the most common job-related injury. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome leads to more missed workdays than any other work injury. Given its prevalence, it is essential to know your treatment options for this condition.
For acupuncture treatment, contact Dr. Tony Willcox at 561-274-4447. Alternatively, reach out online to schedule a consultation with Dr. Willcox. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome involves a narrow wrist passageway of ligaments and bones. Nerves and tendons pass through this tunnel, connecting forearm muscles to fingers. Inflammation blocks this area, pressing nerves, causing numbness, tingling, and pain. Symptoms start at night, worsening to reduce grip strength and disrupt sleep. Pain can hinder fine motor tasks as the condition progresses. Doctors often prescribe corticosteroids, pain medication, splinting, or surgery. However, medications carry side effects, and surgery involves anesthesia risks. Many choose acupuncture to relieve Carpal Tunnel Syndrome symptoms safely.
Reseacrch Study
In a 2009 research study comparing the effectiveness of acupuncture versus corticosteroids for carpal tunnel, acupuncture was shown to be equally effective in treating the symptoms of pain, numbness, tingling, and weakness. For symptoms related to nighttime awakening associated with carpal tunnel, as well as fine motor function, acupuncture was shown to be more effective than corticosteroids, with none of the side effects associated with corticosteroid use.
Another study, completed in 2012, measured nerve conduction improvements in individuals receiving acupuncture compared to those receiving sham acupuncture—the group receiving proper acupuncture treatments measured significantly better on the nerve conduction study’s electrophysiological measurements. Not only did the participants feel that acupuncture was helpful, but hard science also shows that acupuncture is effective in restoring the nerve conduction issues caused by Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
Suffering from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome pain and motor issues? Tired of medication side effects? Facing surgery? Try acupuncture instead. Dr. Tony Willcox at Acupuncture Zen in Delray Beach, Florida, offers consultations. He tailors all-natural treatments for your carpal tunnel symptoms. Contact him today to discuss your unique situation.
Schedule acupuncture for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome with Dr. Tony Willcox at Acupuncture Zen Call 561-274-4447
