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Relieve Pain & Numbness In Your Hands & Wrists
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
If you ever wake up in the middle of the night because your hands have gone numb, you may be suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome. Though the symptoms and effects can be alarming, frustrating and even disabling, there’s good news: carpal tunnel syndrome is relatively easy to diagnose, treat and prevent from worsening. In many cases, your sensation can improve after treatment.
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Dr. Abeyewardene
OSSO South
10001 S. Western, Suite 101
Oklahoma City, OK 73139
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Has Several Telltale Signs
Here are some common symptoms and complaints you might notice:
- Numbness in your hand and fingers, especially at night
- Waking up at night to shake the numbness out of your hands
- Dropping objects or needing to hold things with two hands
- Difficulty picking up small objects because you can’t feel your fingertips
- Shock-like feelings from your palms to your thumb, index and middle fingertips
- Occasional shocks up your arm to the elbow
- Hand stiffness, especially in the morning
- Reduced thumb range of motion
- Loss of muscle on the thumb side of the palm
What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
The median nerve passes through the center of your wrist and provides sensation to the thumb, index, middle, and part of your ring fingers and also helps with movement of the thumb. This nerve can become compressed where it passes through the narrow tunnel made by the transverse carpal ligament – hence, “the carpal tunnel.” Compression of the nerve results in numbness, tingling and discomfort in your hands and fingers. This compression can be exacerbated by repetitive movements, exposure to vibratory tools, or keeping your wrist bent – which is common while sleeping.
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How Dr. Abeye Treats Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is Highly Treatable
At Dr. Abeye’s clinic, we always begin with the most conservative, non-surgical approaches, increasing intervention levels as necessary to achieve relief from pain, increased strength and range of motion.
Non-Operative Carpal Tunnel Intervention: Bracing
Many people are unaware that they sleep with their wrists severely bent. A special brace, worn while sleeping and during certain daytime activities, can allow more room for the median nerve through the carpal tunnel – and relieve the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome.
Non-Surgical Carpal Tunnel Intervention: Steroid Injection
A steroid injection into the carpal tunnel reduces inflammation and can alleviate the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome.
Surgical Treatment: Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
This minor, outpatient surgery involves using a small camera and surgical tools to cut the tight band (transverse carpal ligament) that is pinching the nerve.
What to Expect
When you schedule an appointment with Dr. Abeye to investigate possible carpal tunnel syndrome in our Oklahoma City clinic, you can expect a thorough examination of your hands and wrists, imaging (if necessary), a conversation about your symptoms and education about what is likely happening. You’ll receive a diagnosis, plan of action and any necessary braces or medications.
If you’re ready for relief, give us a call to schedule your appointment.
Are Your Symptoms Different?
If your symptoms differ from those discussed above, you may be suffering from a different disorder. Here are some other common conditions that may be a better match.
CMC Arthritis
Arthritic pain and swelling in the base of your thumb.
De Quervain’s
Pain on the thumb side of the wrist, especially when twisting or gripping.
Arthritis
Pain, swelling, loss of range of motion and grinding sensations in the joints.
TFCC Tear
Pain, clicking and weakness on the pinkie side of your wrist.
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
Hand and finger numbness made worse by driving, holding a phone or reading.
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