Relieve Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Naturally with Acupuncture

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a painful and often irritating condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Acupuncture is a non-invasive treatment that can greatly reduce pain, while improving mobility and restoring function. Those who work from a computer are especially susceptible to this condition, as well as people who perform repetitive motions. Common treatments include wrist splints, medications, and surgery. Surgery is invasive, and medications often come with unwanted side effects. Many people are now turning to acupuncture for relief from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

Carpal Tunnel is caused by the compression of the median nerve which originates in the neck and travels down the arm through the wrist and into the hand. This nerve compression can cause symptoms such as pain that radiates up the arm or worsens at night. It can also cause burning, numbness, and tingling especially in the first three fingers, as well as weakness in the hand making it difficult to hold objects. 

Risk factors for CPT include: repetitive hand movements, arthritis, pregnancy, computer work, diabetes, and even poor posture. 

How Acupuncture Can Help Carpal Tunnel

• Reduces inflammation- acupuncture points stimulate the nervous system which send signals for the body to relax

• Improves circulation- increasing blood flow to the wrist and hand, as well as at the root of the median nerve can immensely improve symptoms of CTS

• Relieves pain naturally- acupuncture has been shown to release endorphins, which are the body’s natural painkillers

• Addresses underlying imbalances- Chinese Medicine addresses the root cause of disease in the body and treats every person as a unique individual. By addressing the underlying pattern of imbalance, acupuncture can help the body return to homeostasis, promoting long-term relief.

What to Expect in an Acupuncture Session for Carpal Tunnel

• Wrist and forearm points- needles in the local areas of inflammation to directly relieve pain

• Neck points- points at the nerve root on the neck to help any compression of the medial nerve

• Body Balancing points- acupuncture points in different areas of the body to support your overall constitution for sustained relief 

Ready to Find Relief?

If you’re struggling with carpal tunnel pain and looking for a natural solution, acupuncture is for you. At Arise Acupuncture we treat nerve and body pain holistically to establish lasting results. Book a $40 consultation with us by calling (619) 356-1225!