16/03/2019
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CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME AND
HOMOEOPATHIC TREATMENT
Carpal tunnel is a passage in the wrist through which the median nerve and several tendons pass. Carpal tunnel is located on the palmar side of the wrist or the inside of the wrist. Carpal tunnel syndrome arises when the median nerve passing through the carpal tunnel passage gets pinched or compressed.
⚛Causes
The median nerve is very sensitive to pressure, and it might not be possible to say what has caused the condition. Some of the things that can increase risk of developing carpal tunnel syndrome are:
📌 Any form of arthritis in the wrist, especially if there’s swelling of the wrist joint or the tendons that run through the carpal tunnel
📌 Hormonal changes, for instance during pregnancy, which can sometimes affect connective tissues and put pressure on the nerve.
📌 The thyroid gland not producing enough hormones, sometimes called hypothyroidism or an underactive thyroid gland
📌 Diabetes
📌 A wrist fracture
occasionally, some medications can cause it, particularly the breast cancer treatments exemestane and anastrazole.
⚛Symptoms
Symptoms tend to develop gradually over time.
The first symptoms often appear during the night, or on waking up in the morning. Patients may feel the need to "shake out" their hands when they wake up. The discomfort may wake them repeatedly during the night.
The three main symptoms associated with CTS are:
📌 PAIN
📌 NUMBNESS
📌 TINGLING
These symptoms occur in the thumb and the two fingers next to it, as well as half of the ring finger. They may extend to the rest of the hand and into the forearm.
As the condition progresses, symptoms may persist during the day. The person may lose grip strength and find it harder to form a fist or grasp small objects. Opening a bottle of soda, doing up buttons, or typing on a keyboard can become a challenge.
If left untreated, the muscles at the base of the thumb may wither away, and the person may no longer be able to tell hot from cold with the thumb and finger.
Symptoms tend to emerge or get worse after using the affected hand. The sensation of tingling, burning, and pain may worsen if the arm or hand has been in the same position for a long time.
⚛HOMOEOPATHIC REMEDY FOR
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Rhus toxicodendron
This remedy is useful when stiffness and pain are worse on initial motion and improve as movement continues. Overuse may lead to soreness, pain, and further stiffening. Discomfort is relieved by warmth and worse in cold, damp weather.
Ruta graveolens
This remedy is indicated when overuse of joints and irritation of nerves lead to tremendous stiffness. A feeling of bruising and lameness may be present, even when the wrist is allowed to rest. Weakness in the arms and wrists, especially after repetitive tasks causing wear and tear on the joints and nerves, often indicates Ruta.
Viola odorata
This remedy is useful for many conditions that involve the wrist and hand, especially the right. Pain and numbness may extend from the wrist through the hand and into the fingers, and the hands and arms may tremble. Symptoms are worse from getting cold.
Arnica
This remedy can be used for flare-ups of inflammation or new injuries caused by repetitive use of the fingers and wrists. The area feels bruised and sore, and cramping may occur. External application of herbal Arnica lotion or ointment may help to ease the swelling and soreness, while other remedies are used internally.
Calcarea phosphorica
When this remedy is indicated, pain is felt in the bones and nerves of the wrists and arms, and stiffness and discomfort may also involve the neck. Cold and drafts often aggravate discomfort. The person may feel irritable and sensitive, or weak from overwork and pain.
Causticum
This remedy is useful when carpal tunnel syndrome is long-lasting or recurring. The area feels bruised, with drawing, burning pains. Stiffness and a feeling of weakness and contraction may be felt in the muscles of the hand and forearm. The condition is worse from getting cold and improved by warm applications. People who need this remedy often feel best in rainy weather.
Guaiacum
This remedy is indicated in carpal tunnel syndrome when the wrists (especially the left) are stiff with burning pain, and significantly relieved by applying ice or ice-cold water. Because of so much tightness, the person may feel a need to stretch the wrist, despite the pain.
Hypericum
This remedy may be useful if sharp or shooting pains are felt extending from the wrist. Hypericum is known for its soothing effect when body parts containing many nerves are injured, as well as in other traumatic nerve conditions.
Plumbum Met
Plumbum Met is an excellent choice among Homeopathic medicines for carpal tunnel syndrome in its advanced stage. It is prescribed when the finger muscles have started to atrophy or degenerate. A marked weakness in hands and fingers appears. The person suffering this condition is unable to lift anything with his hand due to weakness. A tingling sensation and numbness in the hands and fingers is also noticed in such severe cases where Plumbum Met would be the most suited Homeopathic medicines for carpal tunnel syndrome. A tearing pain or lightening like pain runs through the fingers in such cases.
Collectd By
Dr.Nitin Jain
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JABALPUR (MP)
