Chiropractic Helps Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Chiropractic Methods Reported as Effective for Treating Carpal Tunnel Diagnosis

Dr. Jerrad Swanson, DC, FMT, DN1 sees a lot of patients troubled with carpal tunnel syndrome in our busy Lincoln chiropractic clinic. While some people think that the source of this wrist-related pain is muscular, it's really a syndrome 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 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 authors discovered that the patients had reduced cervical flexibility when compared to a healthy control group.

In addition, it was also found that the degree of the women's reported carpal tunnel discomfort was connected to the lateral flexion of the cervical spine. In short, the less mobility in the neck area, the greater the level of discomfort.

This research is extremely important, as you can't effectively address a problem until you fully understand its cause. By understanding that the root of carpal tunnel issues is in the neck, this means that natural approaches such as chiropractic therapy can often restore normal function, eliminating the need for risky operations.

We Can Help Clients Find Comfort From Carpal Tunnel Pain

If you suffer with carpal tunnel issues, call our Lincoln location and ask how Dr. Jerrad Swanson, DC, FMT, DN1 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.