Karpal-Tunnel-Syndrom (CTS) - Praxis Dr. med. René Ch. Bochud
What is carpal tunnel syndrome?
Carpal tunnel syndrome is one of the most common hand conditions. It is caused by pressure on the median nerve in the carpal tunnel of the wrist. The carpal tunnel is a narrow passageway surrounded by bones and ligaments on the palm side of the hand.
What is the roof of a carpal tunnel?
The roof of the tunnel is a strong band of connective tissue called the transverse carpal ligament. Because these boundaries are very rigid, the carpal tunnel has little capacity to stretch or increase in size. The median nerve is one of the main nerves in the hand.
Can a swollen wrist cause carpal tunnel syndrome?
Extra pressure on your median nerve causes carpal tunnel syndrome. The carpal tunnel has space for all the parts that pass through it, but if one part of your wrist is swollen or damaged, it can press on other tissue around it, including your median nerve. Anything that causes swelling or irritation in your wrist can cause carpal tunnel syndrome:
Can carpal tunnel syndrome recur?
Occasionally, carpal tunnel syndrome can recur, although this is rare. If this happens, you may need additional treatment or surgery. To assist doctors in the management of carpal tunnel syndrome, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons has conducted research to provide some useful guidelines.
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