Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Step-By-Step
By Carol & Richard Eustice, About.com Guide
Updated December 12, 2006
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If the swelling is sufficient, it may cause the median nerve to be pressed up against the transverse ligament, causing what is known as carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). The syndrome may be associated with conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis or may be unrelated to any other condition.
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- Step 1 of 8 - Where Is The Carpal Tunnel?
- Step 2 of 8 - What Else Is In The Tunnel?
- Step 3 of 8 - How Is Damage Done?
- Step 4 of 8 - Is There Another Reason For Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
- Step 5 of 8 - What Are The Symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
- Step 6 of 8 - Treatment of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - Splinting
- Step 7 of 8 - Treatment of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - Use Of Medications
- Step 8 of 8 - Surgical Treatment of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
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