Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Articles

1). Trigger Finger - Is It Really All That Common? By : Jeff P. Anliker, LMT
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is the most widely recognized form of Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI), but Trigger Finger is catching up fast, becoming all too common among society and affecting the youth and elderly in ever-increasing numbers. If the rising numbers keep on track, Trigger Finger may be recognized along with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome as having achieved epidemic proportions.
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2). Massage Therapy And Repetitive Strain Injuries By : Jeff P. Anliker, LMT
There is no question that conservative therapy is the best option for those suffering with a Repetitive Strain Injury. From Trigger Finger to Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, conservative therapy produces the best results, limited side effects (if any), quicker results and long-lasting relief. There are many types of conservative treatments that provide a variety of positive benefits to the user.
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3). Carpal Tunnel Relief - Is Exercise The Solution? By : Jeff P. Anliker, LMT
Carpal tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is one of many musculoskeletal injuries listed under the broader terms of Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) or Cumulative Trauma Disorder (CTD). A number of other injuries listed under these terms, but that are not exclusively caused by a repetitive strain injury or cumulative trauma disorder include Guyon's Syndrome, Tendonitis, Cubital Tunnel Syndrome, Medial and Lateral Epicondylitis and Trigger Finger.
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4). Learn how to Deal with Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) By : Nishanth Reddy
The work pattern of computer professionals carries a lot of orthopedic disorders. The chief complaint is constant pain in the upper limbs, neck, shoulders, and back. Upper limb disorders (also called RSI, or tenosynovitis) are the most worse as they may rapidly lead to permanent incapacity. Repetitive strain injury occurs when the movable parts of the limbs are injured.
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5). Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - A Secondary Effect By : Jeff P. Anliker, LMT
What causes carpal tunnel syndrome to develop? Although there are many professional opinions out there regarding the subject, most do not provide an accurate description of how carpal tunnel syndrome actually occurs. What is agreed upon is the fact that the flexor tendons and median nerve are operating in a much smaller space than they were prior to the onset of symptoms.
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6). Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - Do You Have It? By : Jeff P. Anliker, LMT
Carpal tunnel syndrome reached epidemic proportions in the 90’s and has now achieved a status equaling pandemic proportions in the 21st century. With carpal tunnel syndrome having such devastating effects on millions of people each year, how do you know if you or someone you know has it? With so much attention and hype the past 10-years concerning carpal tunnel syndrome in the workplace, you would think that a clear-cut picture would exist regarding the “how’s” “why’s” and “what is it’s” of carpal tunnel.
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7). Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - Symptoms, Tests & Treatments By : Jeff P. Anliker, LMT
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a devastating injury that affects more than 8 million people in the United States and continues to increase each and every year. Carpal tunnel syndrome is one of many repetitive strain injuries (RSI’s) that are everywhere; homes, offices, assembly lines, grocery stores, book clubs, construction sites, dental offices,.
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8). Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSD) – An Overview of Preventive Methods By : Nishanth Reddy
MSD’s can range from general aches and pains to more serious problems. Medical practitioners do recommend that all the users who use computers regularly should report signs and symptoms as early as possible to prevent serious injury or permanent damage. The most commonly noticed signs and symptoms of MSD associated with computer use are as follows: Signs.
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9). Arthritis Q&A: Understanding Different Types Of Arthritis By : Alex Trenor
* What exactly is arthritis? Arthritis is a group of conditions that affect the health of the bone joints in the body. A painful inflammation of a joint or joints usually produces heat and redness. The condition can be brought about by nerve impairment, increased or decreased function of the endocrine glands or degeneration due to age. * What are the symptoms of arthritis? The symptoms of arthritis include pain and limited function of joints.
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10). Common Computer Workstation Mistakes and Solutions for Pain Relief – Part 2 By : Wendy Young
Copyright 2006 Wendy Young Do you spend long hours at your computer? If you are experiencing pain in your upper limbs (hand, wrist, neck, back or shouler) check out your computer workstation design. Following are four computer workstation design challenges and solutions. Monitor Positioned Incorrect With Respect to Overhead Light and Window: If the computer user is facing the window (or if the outside light is shining directly on the monitor) office glare may be a factor.
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11). Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Basics By : Amanda Baker
carpal tunnel syndrome can affect nearly anyone
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12). Ergonomic Questionnaire By : Nishanth Reddy
These days, computers have become so inevitable part of our lives that we need to use it for various purposes. Be it a free time or working hours, except a very few people, all depend on this machine to get their jobs done. There are certain things you need to know about the computer work hazards and the preventive techniques you need to follow to make your stay in front of the computer, trouble free.
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13). About Carpal Tunnel Syndrome By : Amanda Baker
Did you know that one in every one hundred people is affected by what is known as carpal tunnel syndrome at some point in their life? While commonly found in women in the thirty to fifty-year age range, carpal tunnel syndrome can affect nearly anyone, from assembly line workers, to surgeons and dentists, to secretaries and computer data entry personnel, to even those who play musical instruments or video games.
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14). Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments By : Sammy Chim
An article providing in-depth information on the causes, symptoms and treatments for carpal tunnel syndrome.
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15). Advice On Dealing With Carpal Tunnel Syndrome By : Colin Pike
Carpal tunnel syndrome (or CTS for short) is a medical condition in which the median nerve is compressed at the wrist. CTS is more common in women than it is in men, and has a peak incidence around the age of 50.
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16). Writers and Ergonomics By : Ken Hassman
This article talks about the need to pay attention to your body if you sit in a chair at a computer for long hours and talks about some of the ergonomic solutions to this problem
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