Helps restore strength and dexterity. Often this is associated with the Thenar Muscle at the base of the thumb which atrophies as it is deprived of stimulation from the Median Nerve. As the pressure on the nerve is reduced, the nerve can resume it's normal interaction with this muscle and others as well. Helps prevent or relieve nighttime symptoms such as numbness, tingling or burning when used before bedtime. Useful as a preventative measure.
Daily use can help avoid or contain existing symptoms.
Minor symptoms may be relieved almost immediately. More advanced symptoms usually take longer. This pressure then causes the nerve to dysfunction bringing on the classic symptoms of CTS and, eventually, permanent damage if not relieved. In a Carpal Tunnel Release Operation, it is the Transverse Carpal Ligament that is severed to try and halt Median Nerve compression. Unfortunately, this operation is not performed until the symptoms have become unbearable and permanent damage may have occurred.