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Treatment of Carpal tunnel syndrome

There are a number of different treatment options for carpal tunnel syndrome:

• Wrist splints hold the wrists in a position that maximises room in the carpal tunnel. Wrist splints are usually worn at night, but some people need to wear them during the day as well. Wrist splints are usually provided by your doctor or physiotherapist.
• Non-steroidal or anti-inflammatory painkillers such as aspirin and ibuprofen are useful for relieving symptoms.
• Diuretic tablets, which cause you to pass urine, can reduce swelling caused by fluid retention in the body’s tissues.
• Corticosteroid drugs reduce inflammation in the body’s tissues. Corticosteroids are available on prescription, and they are not always suitable for people with diabetes. They are taken orally (by mouth) or injected directly into the wrist.
• If the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome are persistent, surgery may be required. A simple operation under local anaesthetic to cut the ligament and release pressure on the median nerve is commonly performed. It is rare for there to be further symptoms after surgery.

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