What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a specific group of symptoms that can include tingling, numbness, weakness, or pain in the fingers, thumb, hand, and occasionally in the arm.
CTS is caused by conditions and activities that put pressure on the median nerve within the wrist and decrease its blood supply. The median nerve runs the length of the arm, passes through the wrist (within the carpal tunnel), and ends in the hand.
Treatments For Carpal Tunnel Syndrome:
Unfortunately, most in the medical profession simply attempt to relieve the pressure within the mechanics of the wrist, rather than looking at the larger picture of how the median nerve affects sensations experienced in the wrist and fingers.
At Summit Chiropractic/SpinalAid Centers of America, we offer effective drug-free, non-surgical treatment options for CTS, including Cold Laser Therapy. This non-invasive treatment uses the natural healing power of light and focuses it into a “cold laser” that is FDA approved safe and effective.
How Does Cold Laser Therapy Work?
Cold laser therapy is an application of red and near infrared light over an injured area to improve soft tissue healing and relieve both chronic and acute pain. Non-heat producing or “cold” laser light energy directs light energy to the body’s cells without injuring them.
Since near infrared light waves penetrate the deepest of all the visible light waves, cold laser therapy optimizes the positive healing effects of the body..painlessly and without drugs or surgery. Cold laser therapy boasts an amazing 75.6% success rate in the treatment of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
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| Shocking Facts About Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) |
• In 1999 the U.S. Dept. of Labor stated CTS as the #1 “chief occupational hazard”
• CTS affects over 8 million Americans
• 36% of CTS sufferers require unlimited medical treatment
• Only 25% of CTS patients are able to return to work after surgery
• CTS Surgery is the second most common surgery with over 230,000 surgeries performed annually
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| Testimonials |
"Beginning care with Summit Chiropractic was one of the best things I have ever done for myself. I was suffering from severe discomfort in both my shoulders with numbness and tingling in two of my fingers in both hands. I also suffered from a very low energy level which made it so that I could no longer enjoy all the activities that I had enjoyed for so long.
Dr. Levi and his staff set me up on a course of treatment and now I have increased range of motion, virtually no discomfort in my neck, shoulders or low back. I am back to my full range of activities! Coming from a health care background, I have been most impressed with my care at Summit Chiropractic. This is certainly been one of the most professional organizations I have ever had the privilege to be associated with."
Sincerely, A. Ahlgren, RN, BSN, ME, MA
Before seeking treatment with Summit Chiropractic, I was suffering from numbness and tingling in both arms to the point where I couldn’t function properly. I began dropping cups, silverware, etc., which was not normal for me to do. I went to see my family practitioner, but since I could still create a “grip” with my hands, was told to return to him when I “had a problem”. Then I met Dr. Keller and began treatment. I no longer drop things, and my back feels better than I ever thought it would. Occasionally I still get pain in my right wrist, but my regular adjustments keep that pain at bay.
Thank you, J. Moore
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