Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a disorder that is thought to be due to the impingement of the nerves, specifically the median nerve, running through the wrist. Symptoms include pain, numbness and tingling and weakness in the hand or wrist. It's not uncommon for this group of symptoms to be due to other causes, such as nerve or blood vessel impingement in the neck, shoulders or other parts of the arm.

According to Chinese medical theory, these symptoms are due to a lack of proper flow of Qi and Blood to the area, causing the area to be malnourished.
From a biomedical point of view, acupuncture can be extremely useful in treating the inflammation that's often associated with such symptoms, as well as helping to relax any muscles that may be the cause of the impingement.

Vitamin B6 has also been found to be helpful in treating Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and related nerve disorders. Ask your doctor or natural health care provider if this is a possible treatment for you and your symptoms.