The increased use of the computer keyboard and the control mouse has dramatically increased the number of patients experiencing wrist and hand injuries. In the case of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, pressure from repeated activity and overuse causes nerve damage.
Nerve tissue is the most pressure sensitive tissue in the body.
Rising pressure in the carpal tunnel reduces blood flow to the nerve and repeated direct trauma can cause disruption of the nerve. The potential risk is increased when these activities occur while maintaining an awkward or fixed position. Repetitive stress injuries, tendinitis and related cumulative trauma disorders can affect the neck, shoulder, forearm and hand, as well as bone, nerve and muscle. The problems are often hard to diagnose and often require the patient to see numerous physician specialists to seek relief for pain and other symptoms. Many patients are able to find relief through Pulsed Signal Therapy.