Health News Archives

Repetitive Hand Use Not the Culprit in Carpal Tunnel
Genetics, not tasks like typing, to blame for the painful syndrome, study finds

Health Tip: Symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Including pain and numbness of the wrist and hand

’Blackberry Thumb’ Proves a Sour Fruit of Modern Labor
Therapists offer preventive exercises for users of handheld digital devices

Injections Best for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Comparison study finds less invasive treatment for painful condition works well

Wrist Splints at Night Ease Carpal Tunnel Symptoms
Simple treatment can lessen numbness, research shows

Women More Prone to Back Pain
Study also finds susceptibility to carpal tunnel syndronme

Catch Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Early
It could ease pain and prevent permanent damage, experts say

Don’t Harvest Carpal Tunnel in Your Garden
Heed these tips on saving your wrists while you dig in the dirt

Repetitive Tasks Tax the Bones
Such work can cause bone damage, a new study finds

Study Doubts Computer-Carpal Tunnel Link
Finds overall incidence low but higher with heavy mouse use