Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a relatively common condition, with some folks going on to have surgery for pain relief. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a relatively common condition, with some people going on to have operation for pain relief. The carpel is the collective name for the group of small bones (CARP) which are found at the heel of our hand.

The carpel is the collective name for the group of small bones (CARP) which are found at the heel of our hand. They rest in two rows of 4 bones. They are held together in an arch and with a thick band of fascia (connective tissue) that runs from side to side of the wrist where they form a tunnel. Contact us to get relief from your carpel tunnel syndrome pain with our advanced Chiropractic care in Bowmanville.

The tendons that make our finger and thumb curl up (Long Flexor Tendons) along with one of the nerves passing into our hand all pass through this tunnel.

Many people think carpal tunnel syndrome only occurs as a result of a sudden/ sharp twist, compression, or squeeze on the wrist area in which the median nerve runs through the carpal tunnel. Contrary to that believe, carpal tunnel syndrome can also occur as a result of forceful or repetitive use of the hand or wrist in a manner that causes the tunnel to shrink or compress.