| Massage for Carpal Tunnel |
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| Written by Bodhi Mcleod, LMT | |
| Tuesday, 21 October 2008 | |
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With so many people sitting at computers and doing other types of repetitive work, carpal tunnel is a common problem. Good news is, studies have shown massage is a safe, effective, and economical way to relieve carpal tunnel. (Touch Research Institutes.)
With so many people sitting at computers and doing other types of repetitive work, carpal tunnel is a common problem. Good news is, studies have shown massage is a safe, effective, and economical way to relieve carpal tunnel. (Touch Research Institutes.) Carpal Tunnel is indicated by pain in the wrists and forearms, and sometimes tingling, numbness or even burning. It can cause a loss of grip strength and even be disabling. The term "carpal tunnel" really describes a set of symptoms. There can be different causes. However, one of the major causes is nerve entrapment, also called nerve impingement or nerve compression. Nerve entrapments often happen because of muscular tension squeezing the nerves, pressing the nerves against hard tissue (bone), or pulling the body out of alignment, which places pressure on nerves. It's like tying a knot in a garden hose. Nerve conduction is restricted by tension and poor alignment. When you're arm or leg "falls asleep," that's because nerve flow has been restricted. Just like with carpal tunnel, it can cause numbness and tingling and even be very painful. The discomfort is temporary, but with carpal tunnel (and other nerve impingement issues like sciatica), it persists until corrected. Deep tissue techniques such as trigger point therapy and myofascial release restore better alignment to the body and relieve nerve compression. Sometimes clients will experience a "zapping" or tingling sensation in their arm when I find a certain trigger point and the nerve flow is being restored. Carpal tunnel surgery is often an expensive and effective or even makes matters worse, leading to more surgeries. Massage is a safer and more effective alternative. However, it needs to be used regularly for a period of time, like other types of therapy. Authors Bio: I've seen the difference massage can make in clients with carpal tunnel. Some massage therapists are more experienced than others to deal with medical issues like carpal tunnel, so do your homework. To read testimonials and find out more, visit massage in pasadena california |
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