Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) can cause pain, numbness, and weakness in your hands, making it difficult to perform everyday tasks. At ARK Physical Therapy, serving Plano and Frisco, Texas, we offer personalized, evidence-based treatments to help alleviate symptoms, restore hand function, and prevent further complications.

What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome occurs when the median nerve, which runs through a narrow passageway in the wrist called the carpal tunnel, becomes compressed. This compression can lead to:

  • Pain: Often felt in the hand, wrist, and forearm.
  • Numbness or Tingling: Especially in the thumb, index, middle, and ring fingers.
  • Weakness: Difficulty gripping or holding objects.
  • Worsened Symptoms at Night: Many people experience increased discomfort while sleeping.

Common causes of CTS include repetitive hand movements, prolonged wrist positioning, wrist injuries, pregnancy, or medical conditions like diabetes or arthritis.

How ARK Physical Therapy Treats Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

At ARK Physical Therapy, we provide non-surgical, evidence-based treatments to relieve CTS symptoms, improve hand function, and address the underlying causes of nerve compression.

1. Comprehensive Evaluation

Our treatment process begins with a detailed assessment to understand the severity of your symptoms and the contributing factors. This includes:

  • Reviewing your medical history and lifestyle
  • Evaluating hand, wrist, and forearm strength and range of motion
  • Identifying movement patterns or ergonomic issues contributing to nerve compression

2. Evidence-Based Treatment Modalities

We use advanced therapies to alleviate symptoms and promote recovery, including:

  • Manual Therapy: Gentle techniques to improve wrist mobility and reduce tension in surrounding tissues.
  • Nerve Gliding Exercises: Designed to improve median nerve mobility and reduce compression.
  • Shockwave Therapy: Promotes tissue healing and reduces inflammation in chronic cases.
  • Electrotherapy: Techniques like TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) to alleviate pain and improve circulation.
  • Ultrasound Therapy: Enhances blood flow to reduce inflammation and facilitate healing.

3. Personalized Exercise Programs

Exercise is crucial for strengthening the wrist and preventing symptom recurrence. We design customized programs that include:

  • Stretching Exercises: To improve wrist and hand flexibility.
  • Strengthening Exercises: Targeting the forearm and hand muscles to reduce stress on the carpal tunnel.
  • Postural Training: Focusing on proper wrist positioning during activities to minimize compression.

4. Ergonomic and Lifestyle Guidance

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is often aggravated by repetitive movements or poor ergonomics. Our therapists provide:

  • Recommendations for proper workstation setup
  • Training on wrist positioning during typing, lifting, or other activities
  • Strategies to modify repetitive tasks and reduce strain on the wrist

5. Long-Term Symptom Management

We focus on equipping you with tools and strategies to maintain wrist health and prevent future symptoms, including:

  • Home exercise programs tailored to your needs
  • Regular follow-ups to monitor progress and adjust treatment plans
  • Education on self-care techniques to manage mild symptoms at home

Why Choose ARK Physical Therapy for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

  • Experienced Physical Therapists: Our team has extensive expertise in treating hand and wrist conditions like CTS.
  • State-of-the-Art Facility: Equipped with advanced technology to deliver effective, evidence-based care.
  • Personalized Care Plans: Treatments tailored to your unique symptoms and lifestyle.
  • Convenient Locations: Proudly serving the Plano and Frisco, Texas communities.

Benefits of Our Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment

  • Reduced pain, numbness, and tingling in the hands
  • Improved grip strength and hand function
  • Enhanced ability to perform daily activities and work tasks
  • Prevention of symptom recurrence
  • Long-term strategies for maintaining hand and wrist health

Don’t let Carpal Tunnel Syndrome limit your productivity or quality of life. At ARK Physical Therapy, we are dedicated to helping you regain hand function and live pain-free.

Contact us today to schedule your appointment and start your recovery. Proudly serving Plano and Frisco, Texas.