Carpal Tunnel Syndrome; Causes, Treatment & Prevention

How to Prevent Carpal Tunnel?

The ideal way to prevent the onset of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is to educate and spread awareness about the type of movements and habits that may lead to this Syndrome in the long run. The most common precaution advised by experts to individuals at risk for Carpal Tunnel includes preventing repetitive hand movements and working with your wrist down for long hours. They are also advised to quit smoking and lose weight if they are over the BMI standards. Reduction in the total caffeine intake is also recommended by some experts.

Individuals who have just started experiencing Carpal Tunnel pain and do not want their condition to progress are advised to wear a Carpal Tunnel brace. This keeps the wrist in a resting, healthy position, and it is not bent back or forward for extended periods of time. It is particularly helpful when the individual is sleeping, as it prevents excessive bending of the wrist as they sleep – however it may also be worn during the daytime.

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