Sports Medicine Acupuncture Can Help Carpal Tunnel

"Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition that causes pain, numbness, and tingling in the fingers or hands, particularly the thumb, index, middle, or ring fingers. Loss of sensation in the fingers and weakness in the hands can also occur.

Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by repetitive finger and hand use (especially with improper positioning). A nerve called the median nerve becomes compressed as it passes through the carpal tunnel, the narrow passageway of bones and ligaments on the underside of the wrist.

Conditions such as obesity, pregnancy, hypothyroidism, arthritis, and diabetes can also cause carpal tunnel syndrome.

Acupuncture

Acupuncturists insert thin needles into specifics point on the body. Traditional theory holds blockages along energy pathways in the body, called meridians, can cause pain. Acupuncture releases these blockages and improves the flow of energy along meridians.
A scientific explanation is that acupuncture may release natural pain-relieving chemicals into the body, promote circulation in body, and balance the nervous system.
What is a treatment like? For carpal tunnel syndrome, acupuncture points are generally on the wrist, arm, thumb, and hands, as well as other parts of the body such as the upper back, neck, and leg.
The number of acupuncture sessions depends on various factors such as how long you've had the symptoms, symptom intensity, how much you use your arms and hands, and your overall health." - - http://bit.ly/aipt5j

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SPORTS MEDICINE ACUPUNCTURE:

1. Chinese Diagnosis, acupuncture, e-stim, cupping and elastic taping treatments for carpal tunnel syndrome done at our clinic.

2. You'll also receive proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) stretching and corrective exercises.

3. Call for an appointment - (623) 581 - 3000.

New Dimensions Acupuncture 814 E. Union Hills Dr., Ste. #10-C Phoenix, AZ 85024

North East Corner of 7th Street & Union Hills
(One block south of the 101; take the 7th St. Exit)

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Disclaimer: This blog and information herein is provided for informational purposes only. It is not designed to diagnose, treat, or cure any problem. You should contact your physician for further information, diagnosis,and/or testing discussed in this blog. Sports Medicine Acupuncture will then treat after these steps are taken.