Carpal Tunnel Syndrome occurs when the median nerve—a nerve that originates from the spine and supplies the hand—gets compressed at the wrist. This compression usually happens under the transverse carpal ligament, located at the base of the palm, near the wrist joint.
When this nerve is compressed:
- You may experience pain in the hand and wrist.
- Common symptoms include numbness, tingling, and weakness, especially in the thumb, index, and middle fingers.
- Over time, you may notice a loss of grip strength due to the nerve’s inability to effectively transmit signals.
- the muscles at the base of the thumb may begin to atrophy, leading to visible muscle loss.
- Everyday activities, such as holding a pen or writing, can become difficult and clumsy for those suffering from long-standing carpal tunnel syndrome.
Early diagnosis and treatment are key to preventing long-term damage and restoring hand function.
Is There a Simple Method to Diagnose and Treat Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Yes, absolutely. If you’re experiencing any of the following symptoms — wrist pain, numbness, tingling in the fingers, or a loss of grip strength — it’s important to consult a doctor.
Diagnostic Methods:
- The first step usually involves a wrist joint X-ray to rule out any bony abnormalities.
- Next, a dynamic ultrasound scan is performed. This helps us:
- Identify the exact location and duration of nerve compression
- Check for swelling within the median nerve
- Observe how the transverse carpal ligament is impacting the nerve in real-time
Treatment Options:
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome treatment is categorized into surgical and non-surgical methods.
1. Surgical Treatment:
- This traditional method involves making a cut in the wrist to access and divide the transverse carpal ligament, which is causing the compression.
- Drawback: It leaves a permanent scar on the wrist and requires a longer recovery period.
2. Non-Surgical Treatments:
There are two types:
- Ultrasound-Guided Injections:
Using ultrasound, we accurately guide a needle to the median nerve and inject medication to reduce inflammation and swelling. This often provides long-term relief for many patients. - Ultrasound-Guided Carpal Tunnel Release:
For patients who don’t respond to injections due to severe ligament tightness, we offer a breakthrough procedure:- A needle is inserted under ultrasound guidance to cut the ligament internally.
- No open surgery, no external cuts, no stitches.
- Performed under local anesthesia with minimal pain.
- It’s a day-care procedure — you can return home the same day.
- Recovery involves just 3–4 days of rest before returning to normal activity.
Final Advice:
This advanced non-surgical method is proving to be more effective and safer than traditional surgery.
If you have symptoms like wrist pain, hand numbness, tingling, or weakness in grip — don’t ignore them. Consult a qualified doctor to explore the best treatment options for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
– Dr. Pradyumna Reddy
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