Carpal tunnel syndrome

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition characterized by numbness, tingling, and discomfort in the hand due to pressure on the median nerve, which runs from the forearm through the carpal tunnel in your wrist. This nerve is responsible for sensation and movement in your thumb and fingers, except for the little finger. When pressure on this nerve increases, it can lead to symptoms affecting the hand and wrist.

Signs And Symptoms

Several factors can contribute to the pressure on the median nerve and increase the risk of developing carpal tunnel syndrome, including:

Wrist Anatomy: The structure and size of your wrist can affect the space available for the median nerve.
Health Conditions: Certain medical conditions, such as diabetes or rheumatoid arthritis, can increase the likelihood of developing this condition.
Repetitive Movements: Engaging in repetitive wrist movements, such as those in assembly line work, typing, or other manual tasks, can strain the wrist and cause compression on the nerve.
Pregnancy: Hormonal changes during pregnancy may lead to fluid retention, which can put pressure on the median nerve.
Obesity: Extra weight can contribute to increased pressure on the wrist, leading to carpal tunnel syndrome.

Treatment Offered By Kansas Pain Management

At Kansas Pain Management, we offer a range of treatments for carpal tunnel syndrome, including steroid injections to reduce inflammation and relieve symptoms. Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial to prevent permanent nerve damage and to ensure the best possible recovery.

If you are experiencing symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome, it’s important to seek treatment as soon as possible. Our experienced specialists are here to help you manage your condition effectively and improve your quality of life.

Kansas Pain Management offers steroid joint injections to combat inflammation and relieve pain. In some cases, the provider may recommend a series of steroid injections to relieve pain. You may be given a local anesthetic to reduce any discomfort, and most patients find that the pain will subside within a short period after the steroid injection.

Kansas Pain Management offers a comprehensive pain treatment plan that is tailored to each patient’s specific needs. The first step is a thorough evaluation, which includes a medical history, physical examination, and diagnostic testing, if necessary.
Treatment options may include medications, physical therapy, injections, or surgery, depending on the underlying cause of the pain.

Kansas Pain Management also offers a range of minimally invasive procedures to help alleviate pain and restore function. With board-certified and fellowship-trained physicians, Kansas Pain Management is committed to providing the highest quality care for patients suffering from pain. You can book an appointment with us at Overland Park, Lawrence, Leavenworth/Lansing, Roeland Park, etc. We also serve nearby locations like Ottawa, Missouri, Topeka, Belton, Manhattan, Lee’s Summit, Johnson County & Kansas areas.