Understanding carpal tunnel syndrome. Issue 12 (December 2022)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Garcia, Jose Omar; Scott, Derek; Parikh, Parth; Curley, Kara L.; Turkmani, Ali
• Is Part Of: JAAPA. Volume 35:Issue 12(2022)
• Page Start: 19
• Page End: 26
• Publication Date: 2022-12
• Subjects: carpal tunnel syndrome -- peripheral neuropathy -- median nerve -- entrapment -- wrist pathophysiology -- carpal tunnel release surgery; Medicine -- Periodicals; Physicians' assistants -- Periodicals; Medicine -- Periodicals; Physician Assistants -- Periodicals; Medicine; Physicians' assistants; Periodicals; 610.7372069
• DOI: 10.1097/01.JAA.0000892708.87945.f6
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0893-7400

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is an entrapment neuropathy affecting the median nerve. Prevalence is estimated at 4% to 5% of the population. A solid understanding of the anatomy, presentation, and diagnostics is key to efficient diagnosis and appropriate referral. Both surgical and nonsurgical interventions have led to improved clinical outcomes. Clinicians who have an in-depth knowledge of CTS symptoms and treatment options can prepare patients and streamline referrals for improved patient outcomes.