How to Reverse Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a painful condition that often causes numbness and tingling in the hands and wrist. There are various causes. However, most sufferers develop the condition after spending long hours working on a computer keyboard. The severity of carpal tunnel syndrome varies from person to person. Likewise, there are numerous ways to reverse carpal tunnel and ease wrist pain.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Pain medications
• Wrist splint

1. Take OTC pain medication. Over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medications, such as ibuprofen, can reverse carpal tunnel syndrome. Take medication as directed before working on a computer to prevent discomfort.

2. Get a cortisone shot. If OTC medications are ineffective, talk to your doctor about a cortisone shot. Doctors inject this high dose anti-inflammatory medication into the carpal tunnel. Cortisone relieves inflammation and effectively reverses carpal tunnel pain.

3. Use a wrist splint. A splint immobilizes the wrist and relieves pressure. This contributes to the healing process, and a wrist splint can help reverse carpal tunnel syndrome. Wear the splint while sleeping or resting.

4. Consider carpal tunnel surgery. In severe cases, surgery may be necessary to reverse carpal tunnel. During this procedure, doctors make an incision in the wrist and surgically cut the ligaments that cause nerve pain. Doctors recommend surgery when pain and numbness lasts for longer than six months.

Resources

• Mayo Clinic for more about carpal tunnel syndrome

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