SEATTLE — A study of steroid injections into the carpal tunnel showed the technique used does not injure the median nerve, but fails to consistently allow the drug to disperse freely in a cadaveric ...

The median nerve is one of many peripheral nerves that extend throughout the body. This nerve in particular provides important control of the hand, wrist, and forearm and is commonly associated with ...

Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs due to compression of the median nerve in the wrist. This can cause symptoms such as numbness, tingling, and weakness in the hand. This compression is often due to ...

Starting to notice discomfort, numbness, weakness or tingling around your thumb and first two fingers? You could have carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), a nerve problem that is often diagnosed between ages ...

RELATIVELY little has been written about spontaneous compression of the median nerve in the carpal tunnel. Nevertheless, this condition is probably much more common than is realized. Undoubtedly, some ...

Carpal tunnel syndrome causes numbness and weakness in the hand due to median nerve compression, often linked to repetitive wrist motions. The Tinel sign test identifies nerve damage by tapping along ...

When you experience numbness, pain, or both in your hands, it is possible you have carpal tunnel syndrome. Carpal tunnel is highly common among those in their 40s, 50s, and 60s and more often seen in ...

Your Personal PT, Rachel Tavel, is a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), so she knows how to get your body back on track when it's out of line.

Do you spend your days using a computer, sorting mail, or assembling small parts? Do you experience numbness in your hands at night or during certain activities? You may be at risk for, or already ...