Relieving carpal tunnel syndrome during pregnancy is all about reducing swelling in bodies flooded with extra fluid.
Read six expert tips.
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But one physical side effect I was not expecting?Carpal tunnel syndromeduring pregnancy.
Starting just shy of the halfway mark in my pregnancy, I started waking up with tingling hands.
I thought I must just be sleeping in funny positions.
occupational therapist, certified hand therapist, and owner of aFYZICAL Therapy and Balance Centerin Sherman, TX
Then, I started getting pain on the inner side of my wrist, under my thumb.
I joked that I was getting phone thumb, and figured I must be scrolling more than usual.
What is carpal tunnel syndrome?
The tendons responsible for bending the fingers also go through the carpal tunnel.
Thats a lot of important traffic for about an inch of space!
Carpal tunnel syndrome specifically pops up if too much pressure is exerted on the median nerve.
Pressure on the nerve leads to tingling, numbness, pain, and loss of hand strength.
Why does carpal tunnel syndrome occur during pregnancy?
Im 5 foot 1, so my poor pregnant wrists didnt stand a chance.
occupational therapist, certified hand therapist, and owner of aFYZICAL Therapy and Balance Centerin Sherman, TX
How can you relieve carpal tunnel syndrome symptoms during pregnancy?
If its still there about a month after giving birth, Whitworth suggests speaking with your doctor.
Here are Russells tips for relieving carpal tunnel syndrome during pregnancy.
If youre suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome during pregnancy, know that youre not alone (hi!
Just another joy of pregnancy, am I right?
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