Numbness and tingling in the hand can turn everyday tasks like typing or driving into a frustrating challenge. Our chiropractor in Boynton Beach, FL, at ChiroCare of Florida provides non-surgical treatment based on your symptoms. If you’re searching for carpal tunnel treatment, we’re ready to help you get back to your routine.

 

What Causes Pressure on the Median Nerve?

Carpal tunnel syndrome begins when the median nerve is compressed inside the narrow tunnel formed by bones and ligaments in the wrist. The median nerve helps provide sensation to part of the hand, so compression may cause numbness, tingling, and reduced grip strength. In many patients, median nerve compression develops gradually rather than suddenly.

A few common contributors include:

  • Repetitive tasks: Typing, assembly work, or anything that keeps the wrist bent for long periods
  • Poor ergonomics: A desk setup or steering wheel grip that forces the wrist into an awkward angle
  • Underlying conditions: Swelling related to other joints or inflammatory issues in the body

Identifying the cause is often the first step toward finding relief that lasts.

 

Recognizing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome 

Catching symptoms early can make non-surgical treatment options more effective. Watch for the following:

  • Tingling that comes and goes, especially at night
  • Stiffness in the fingers first thing in the morning
  • Aching that travels from the wrist toward the elbow
  • A weaker grip when opening jars or holding a phone

 

How We Approach Carpal Tunnel Treatment in Boynton Beach, FL

We start every visit with a hands-on evaluation of your wrist, forearm, and posture to figure out what’s contributing to the compression. From there, we build a plan that may include soft tissue work and guidance on adjusting daily habits that keep aggravating the nerve.

We track your progress from visit to visit and adjust your treatment plan as your symptoms change. If compression continues despite consistent care, we’ll be up front about when carpal tunnel release surgery might be worth discussing with a surgical provider. 

Working with a hand and wrist specialist means your care is based on a thorough evaluation rather than guesswork. Because many patients experience joint discomfort beyond the wrist, we also offer knee pain treatment and other conservative care when such concerns are identified during your evaluation.

 

Get Started With Care Today

Numbness in your hands doesn’t have to become a daily distraction. Call ChiroCare of Florida at (561) 606-9590 to schedule a visit and start exploring carpal tunnel treatment in Boynton Beach, FL. If you’re also dealing with pain beyond your wrist, we provide hip pain relief and other conservative care.

 

 

Dr. Nathan Kaner, our carpal tunnel specialist, helps patients experiencing wrist pain, numbness, tingling, and nerve compression through personalized, non-invasive care. Conveniently located in Boynton Beach on Woolbright Road, near the Asian World Market, he serves active residents and local workers throughout Palm Beach County. To help relieve soft tissue restrictions and improve wrist and hand function, he uses specialized techniques, including neuromuscular re-education and Rapid Release Technology (RRT).