Wednesday, January 11, 2012

What causes carpal tunnel syndrome?

There are many causes of carpal tunnel syndrome and include any condition that will narrow the carpal tunnel. Such conditions include:
         
-         rheumatoid arthritis
-         menopause
-         diabetes
-         pregnancy (all these conditions lead to fluid buildup and narrow the tunnel , thus compressing the nerve)
-         repetitive use or injury of the wrist
-         bad luck is often a cause of many medical disorders

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