What the CTS?
What does CTS stand for
Carpal tunnel syndrome
median nerve pass under what ?
flexors retinaculum ligamnet
common test for carpal tunnel syndrome - Client is required to flex the wrists and hold together for 60
Phalen Test
WHat are the main symptoms of CTS ... name 3.
pain, numbness, and tingling
Most cases of CTS Symptoms often appear in one or both hands?
A test used to detect an irritated nerve by tapping directly over the nerve.
Tinel sign
compression of the median nerve
Massage therapy focuses on during CTS treatment
reducing local edema and addressing increased muscle tone in the forearm
Is Thyroid dysfunction cause CTS
where does CTS symptoms occur?
thumb, index finger, middle finger and ring finger
name 3 Treatment Goals used ?
Reduce Pain, Edema , Stress
The term Carpal is derived from what greek word?
‘Karpus’
Studies show that ________ are more likely to develop the condition
women and older people