Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Pain & Treatment
Carpal tunnel syndrome treatments is for a common condition that occurs when the median nerve, which runs from the forearm into the palm of the hand, becomes compressed or irritated as it travels through the carpal tunnel—a narrow passageway in the wrist.. Call us today to make an appointment for Carpal tunnel syndrome treatment we serve patients across New York and New Jersey, including communities such as Plainview, Ronkonkoma, New Hyde Park, Montville, and Plainfield.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Overview
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common condition that occurs when the median nerve, which runs from the forearm into the palm of the hand, becomes compressed or irritated as it travels through the carpal tunnel—a narrow passageway in the wrist. This compression can result in symptoms such as numbness, tingling, weakness, or pain in the hand and fingers, particularly the thumb, index, and middle fingers. At Empire Orthopaedic and Pain Management Specialists, we specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome, offering comprehensive care to alleviate symptoms and improve hand function. When you experience carpal tunnel syndrome, activities such as typing, gripping objects, or repetitive hand movements may exacerbate symptoms, leading to discomfort and diminished hand function. Our team of orthopedic specialists begins the evaluation process with a thorough assessment of your medical history, followed by a physical examination and may utilize nerve conduction studies or electromyography (EMG) to confirm the diagnosis and assess the severity of nerve compression.
Option for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatments May Incude:
Conservative therapies: Initially, we may recommend conservative treatments such as rest, activity modification, wearing a splint at night to keep the wrist in a neutral position, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to reduce pain and inflammation.
Corticosteroid injections: In cases of moderate to severe symptoms, corticosteroid injections may be administered directly into the carpal tunnel to reduce inflammation and alleviate symptoms.
Physical therapy: Our experienced hand therapists design specialized exercise programs focused on stretching and strengthening the muscles of the hand and wrist, improving flexibility, and promoting proper biomechanics to alleviate symptoms and prevent further nerve compression.
– Regenerative medicine: We offer innovative regenerative therapies such as platelet-rich plasma PRP injections or stem cell therapy to stimulate the body’s natural healing process and promote tissue repair.
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Meet Our Team Of Doctors
Dr. James Yu
Board Certified Anesthesiologist
Board Certified Interventional
Pain Management Physician
Dylan J. O'Rourke
Certified Physician Assistant
Pain Condition We Treat
Improve your quality of life with our comprehensive approach to pain management
We are dedicated to finding individualized treatment options tailored to fit your needs. Our team is dedicated to helping you lead a productive and active life, free from pain and disruption.
We use an integrative approach to conduct a comprehensive evaluation and assess your condition.
Physical examination and review of your medical history. We assess the cause of your pain, determine its severity and duration, and help you develop an individualized treatment plan.
We provide a range of treatments and procedures to address your chronic pain. These include nerve blocks, injections, physical therapy, implantable therapies and more. We also offer health education to help you better manage your condition.