Carpal tunnel syndrome

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Carpal tunnel syndrome

A condition where the median nerve in the wrist is compressed by the surrounding structures when passing through the tunnel near the base of the wrist. Pain and a sleeping sensation of the hand are the main symptoms.

Disease information
Insurance payment: 2900
Department: Orthopaedy

Symptoms[edit | edit source]

Main article: Symptom
Symptom Probability
Finger numbness 70
Wrist pain 70
Cramps 60
Hand pain 70
Hand weakness 70
Thumb pain 70
Median nerve compression 100

Examinations[edit | edit source]

Main article: Examination
  • Interview
  • Physical examination
  • CT
  • Differential diagnosis

Treatments[edit | edit source]

Main article: Treatment

Additional treatments: