Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a painful condition that occurs when the median nerve in the wrist is compressed. It’s a pressure on a nerve in wrist. It causes tingling, numbness and pain in hand and fingers.
CTS often results from repetitive wrist movements, and therefore, it is more commonly linked to computer use. If not treated, CTS can have a negative impact on a person’s quality of life. The median nerve can become severely damaged eventually. As a result, there may be permanent numbness in the fingers and weakness in the muscles that are innervated by the median nerve.
The symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome include
Mostly people have a CTS between the ages of 40 and 60 years, and the prevalence increases with age. This condition can appear in one or both wrists. It is also more common in females than in males. People with diabetes or other metabolic disorders directly affect the body's nerves and make them more susceptible to compression are also at very high risk. Carpal tunnel syndrome is a progressive condition that can worsen without proper care.
CTS can develop for many reasons. However, it is more likely if a person frequently uses extremes of wrist motion, if they are exposed to vibration, and if they repeatedly use their fingers — for example, while typing on a computer.
Some of the common cause of CTS include: