{"id":647,"date":"2013-12-05T07:00:47","date_gmt":"2013-12-05T07:00:47","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.rehabexperts.com.ph\/?p=647"},"modified":"2013-12-11T08:47:01","modified_gmt":"2013-12-11T08:47:01","slug":"carpal-tunnel-syndrome","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.rehabexperts.com.ph\/carpal-tunnel-syndrome\/","title":{"rendered":"Carpal Tunnel Syndrome"},"content":{"rendered":"

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a disorder that affects the hand and wrist.\u00a0 It occurs when the median nerve hich runs through the wrist\u00a0is compressed, causing such symptoms as changes in sensation, pain, and restricted use of the hand.<\/p>\n

Carpal tunnel syndrome\u00a0most commonly occurs in women, with those aged between 30 and 60 years having the highest rates of the condition. Initial treatment aims to reduce and manage symptoms without surgery but if this is unsuccessful, surgery may be recommended.<\/p>\n

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Signs and symptoms<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The onset of CTS symptoms is usually gradual and can affect either one or both hands. The most common symptoms are numbness and tingling of the hand and fingers.\u00a0 Other symptoms may include:<\/p>\n

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