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Carpal tunnel syndrome: Self-care to lessen symptoms - 10/2018

Carpal tunnel syndrome: Self-care to lessen symptoms
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Abstract

This handout gives tips for people with carpal tunnel syndrome to help them ease the tingling, numbness, and pain. It explains the reason for these symptoms, and lists activities to avoid and ways to use the hands and fingers to lessen the stress on the carpal tunnel area.

Author
Occupational Therapy/Rehab Medicine
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2011
Revision Date
10/2018
General Subject
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Patient Care Procedures & Instructions
Specific Subject/Keyword
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Hand
Activities of Daily Living
Occupational Therapy
Wrist
Languages
English
Record ID
3801