Natural Carpal Tunnel Treatment with Chiropractic

Dr. Delson sees a lot of people afflicted with carpal tunnel syndrome in our busy Springfield chiropractic office. While some people think that the source of this wrist-related pain is muscular, it's really a problem that arises from the nerves--and not just the nerves in your hands.

Research Shows Chiropractic Care Helps With Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

A recent study published in the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy evaluated 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 authors found that the women had reduced cervical mobility when compared to a healthy control group.

In addition, it was also observed that the level of the women's reported carpal tunnel discomfort was related to the lateral flexion of the cervical spine. In other words, the less flexibility in the neck, the higher the level of discomfort.

This study is extremely important, as you can't effectively resolve a problem until you fully understand its source. By recognizing that the root of carpal tunnel issues is in the neck, this means that natural approaches such as chiropractic care can often restore normal function, eliminating the need for risky surgical procedures.

We Can Help People Find Relief From Carpal Tunnel Pain

If you have carpal tunnel discomfort, call our Springfield location and ask how Dr. Delson 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.