Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment in the Dallas-Fort Worth Area
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) can make typing, gripping, and even sleeping uncomfortable. At I Heart Chiro, we offer conservative, drug-free care for carpal tunnel syndrome at your home or office anywhere in Dallas-Fort Worth, looking at your wrist, elbow, shoulder, and neck to find every source of pressure on the nerve.
What Is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
CTS is a problem with the median nerve, which runs from the forearm into the hand. The carpal tunnel is a narrow passage at the wrist made up of bones, ligaments, tendons, nerves, and blood vessels. When pressure builds in this space, the median nerve becomes compressed and irritated, causing pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling in the hand and wrist that may radiate into the forearm.
Common Symptoms
- Numbness or tingling in the thumb, index, middle, and ring fingers
- Hand weakness or dropping objects
- Wrist pain that may travel up the forearm
- Symptoms that worsen at night or with repetitive tasks
Diagnosis and Evaluation
CTS should be diagnosed and treated early. During your consultation, you will receive a physical examination of the hands, arms, shoulders, and neck to help determine whether your symptoms relate to daily activities or an underlying disorder. Your chiropractor will also use orthopedic tests to reproduce carpal tunnel symptoms. If needed, laboratory tests or x-rays can help rule out diabetes, arthritis, fractures, and other causes of wrist and hand pain.
How Chiropractic Care Helps
Nerve irritation in the neck can mimic or worsen carpal tunnel symptoms, which is why we evaluate the whole arm. Your care may include gentle wrist, elbow, and spinal adjustments, muscle therapy such as IASTM and Kinesio taping, and corrective exercises and ergonomic advice for your workstation. Related conditions we treat include pinched nerves, neck pain, and neuropathy.
Workplace-Friendly Mobile Care
Because CTS is common among office workers, our mobile chiropractic visits can take place right at your workplace. Call I Heart Chiro at (214) 886-7804 to schedule.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome FAQs
Can a chiropractor help carpal tunnel syndrome?
Yes. Chiropractic care can reduce pressure on the median nerve by improving joint motion in the wrist, elbow, and neck and relieving surrounding muscle tension.
What causes carpal tunnel syndrome?
Repetitive hand and wrist motions, wrist position, swelling, and conditions like diabetes or arthritis can contribute to CTS.
Is carpal tunnel related to neck problems?
It can be. Nerve irritation in the neck can cause or worsen arm and hand symptoms, which is why we evaluate the spine too.
Do I need surgery for carpal tunnel?
Many people improve with conservative care first. Your chiropractor will refer you if your condition needs further medical evaluation.
Can Kinesio taping help carpal tunnel?
Kinesio taping can support the wrist and reduce strain during daily tasks as part of a broader treatment plan.
Can you treat carpal tunnel at my office?
Yes. Our mobile visits can take place at your workplace anywhere in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
How can I prevent carpal tunnel?
Take breaks, keep wrists in a neutral position, adjust your workstation ergonomics, and do stretches your chiropractor recommends.