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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpel Tunnel SyndromeCarpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) arises when pressure is put on the median nerve of the wrist that runs through a “tunnel” of bone and ligaments at the wrist. Certain medical conditions, wrist injuries, repetitive movements, and pregnancy may all cause CTS. This condition may cause numbness, tingling or pain in the hand. Treatments vary from splinting, medication and exercises to surgery.

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