Acupuncture for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

There are several causes of CTS, but the main culprit is repetitive flexion and extension of the tendons in the hands and the wrist, especially performed for long periods, leading to Repetitive Stress Injury (RSI).

Studies suggest that acupuncture can both reduce swelling of soft tissue and stimulate production of cortisol, a hormone that reduces inflammation.  Since CTS is caused by the swelling of the soft tissue that leads to inflammation of the carpal tunnel, acupuncture can be affective in treating CTS.  In addition to improving your CTS, treatment may also improve your symptoms often associated with this condition such as headaches, neck pain, and shoulder stiffness.  More importantly, acupuncture and TCM can help relieve the emotional stress of living with this painful condition.