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8: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome -- Workplace Buzz-Word of the 90s

Summary: Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by occupational activities which involve repetitive flexing of the wrist, particularly when performed with high finger forces or grip forces; this leads to irritation and swelling of the synovial membrane inside the carpal tunnel, which causes nerve compression. Nerve compression is also caused by direct contact with the tendons inside the carpal tunnel when the wrist is flexed. Carpal tunnel syndrome is the most prevalent nerve disorder in the category of cumulative trauma disorders (CTD) or repetitive-motion injuries. CTD occurs when nerves, muscles, tendons, and bones are aggravated by repeated exertion or movements of the body. Many risk factors have been associated with the increase of work-related CTD: they include force, posture, frequency or repetition, and inadequate rest periods or lack of recovery times between cycles. Full Article: Chiroweb