Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - Rosa Family Chiropractic of Alexandria, VA
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a condition involving entrapment of the median nerve, in the wrist. Patients often report experiencing pain along with numbness and tingling in a specific region of the hand. As a result, the patient also notices that they may be unable to grip objects properly and report a feeling of clumsiness, in the hand. In addition, usually, a person with carpal tunnel syndrome finds that their symptoms are worse at night.
At Rosa Family Chiropractic of Alexandria in Virginia, which is located at 4875 Eisenhower Avenue Suite 215 Alexandria, VA 22304, chiropractor Dr. Jasmine Bradley will examine the patient to determine the cause of their complaint. As a result, Dr. Bradley will evaluate the structures and biomechanics of the patient, in order to assess how well the body is functioning.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome can be treated conservatively, through chiropractic treatment. Chiropractic care for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is often helpful, as it non-invasive and does not require surgical releasing the retinaculum of the wrist. When Dr. Bradley provides chiropractic care to patients with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, a thorough examination of the wrist, along with the neck is performed, to rule out, and or, to confirm the diagnosis. After a diagnosis of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is determined, Dr. Bradley will: adjust the wrist, teach the patient therapeutic exercises and discuss recommended supplements.
Various chiropractic modalities and methods of chiropractic treatment can and may be implemented, when Dr. Bradley treats a patient for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Evidence based research has been documented regarding the benefits of chiropractic adjustments, along with therapeutic modalities and nutritional supplements for patients seeking conservative options for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, instead of the most invasive choice being surgery.
In addition to the areas discussed above, the soft tissues and ligaments will also be evaluated to determine the best and most effective methods to treat the patient, in order to help the body to restore its proper function and ranges of motion.
Dr. Jasmine Bradley will conduct a thorough chiropractic exam to determine the cause of the problem. A proper chiropractic evaluation will permit Dr. Bradley to provide specific adjustments for the areas to be treated. With the aim of maintaining your chiropractic adjustments, rehabilitative exercises will be prescribed in order to strengthen the muscles and stabilize the other structures surrounding the adjusted areas. Dr. Bradley will also discuss diet and nutrition and how it vitally contributes to overall health and wellness.
