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Excessive repetitive movements of the arms, wrists or hands can
cause injuries that could become chronic conditions. When detected early enough,
however, hand-wrist injuries can be treated, and recovery is possible in a few
months. Severe hand injuries ... |
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
What is carpal tunnel syndrome?
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common condition that affects the hand,
wrist and occasionally the entire upper extremity. The tunnel itself is a narrow
canal at the base of the palm that is de... |
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Contrary to common belief, chronic use of a computer keyboard is not the main
cause of carpal tunnel syndrome, according to a Cleveland Clinic hand
specialist. In fact, personal behavior, lifestyle habits, and other factors may
play a more significant... |
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What is carpal tunnel syndrome?
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), a common condition affecting the hand and wrist,
is a compression neuropathy of the median nerve, or a pinched nerve in the
wrist. The compression occurs as the nerve passes through a narro... |
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You may not realize it, but your hands are a complex array of bones (more
than 25 in each), nerves, muscles and tendons. The system is an engineering
marvel that allows humans to move the fingers in ways that no machine can match.
The very components ... |
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