Relieve Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Available at Livermore, Pleasanton, San Ramon, Brentwood, and Manteca
Experiencing tingling in your hands? That’s not something you should ignore. Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), which impacts around 3-6% of adults, occurs when the median nerve is compressed at the wrist, often leading to tingling or numbness in the hand. Think of it like a garden hose that gets pinched.
This tunnel, located at the base of the hand, contains the median nerve and tendons, surrounded by bones and connective tissue. When these tendons become irritated or swollen, they squeeze the tunnel even tighter, putting pressure on the nerve.
Are You at Higher Risk?
People whose work or hobbies involve repetitive hand and wrist motions, particularly women, develop CTS more frequently. Assembly line workers, office professionals who type all day, musicians, and even avid knitters face elevated risk. Your chances also increase if CTS runs in your family or if you have diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, or thyroid imbalances.
What This Condition Feels Like
The condition usually announces itself gradually. Common early symptoms include a burning or tingling feeling in the thumb and first few fingers, along with a sensation of puffiness that may not show visible swelling. Sound familiar?
As the problem progresses, your grip weakens. Simple tasks like buttoning a shirt or holding a coffee cup become frustrating challenges. Without treatment, the nerve and muscle damage can become permanent, robbing you of the hand function you once took for granted.
How Shockwave Therapy Breaks the Cycle
Shockwave therapy uses sound energy to stimulate the body’s healing process and reduce soft tissue scarring. This modality targets calcifications that build up in soft tissues, muscles, tendons, and ligaments, which can trap nerves and cause pain.
The therapy works with precision. A handheld device directs sound pulses to the target area, encouraging new cell growth, improved blood flow, and tissue regeneration. This process reduces inflammation and pain, often providing relief when other treatments have failed.
Why Chiropractic Care Makes a Difference
Chiropractic addresses CTS from a different angle. Rather than just masking symptoms, it targets the underlying nerve compression and inflammation at their source. Our chiropractors may use manual techniques to correct wrist misalignments and relieve nerve compression. Many patients find that this hands-on approach helps restore normal wrist function and reduces pain without surgery or medication.
We often combine both therapies for optimal results. This integrated approach gives your body multiple pathways to heal.
Your Path to Pain-Free Hands
Carpal tunnel symptoms can disrupt daily tasks and limit participation in the things you enjoy most, but it doesn’t have to be that way. The sooner you seek treatment, the better your chances of avoiding permanent nerve damage. Whatever location you go to, relief is within reach.
Take the First Step Toward Recovery
Stop letting hand pain control your life. Alexander Chiropractic and Wellness offers proven therapies that can help you regain function and get back to the activities that matter most. Contact us today to schedule your consultation and discover how chiropractic care and shockwave therapy can work for you!
