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What is the primary cause of carpal tunnel syndrome?
What is the primary cause of carpal tunnel syndrome?
- Dislocation of the scaphoid bone
- Chronic entrapment of the median nerve (correct)
- Compression of the ulnar nerve
- Acute inflammation of synovial sheaths
Which condition is characterized by a tingling sensation, pain, and sometimes sensory loss and muscle wasting?
Which condition is characterized by a tingling sensation, pain, and sometimes sensory loss and muscle wasting?
- Carpal tunnel syndrome (correct)
- De Quervain's disease
- Tenosynovitis
- Cubital tunnel syndrome
Which bone is involved in carpal tunnel syndrome due to its potential dislocation?
Which bone is involved in carpal tunnel syndrome due to its potential dislocation?
- Pisiform bone
- Trapezium bone
- Lunate bone (correct)
- Scaphoid bone
What is the most common nerve entrapment syndrome?
What is the most common nerve entrapment syndrome?
Which syndrome involves a reduction in the size of the carpal tunnel?
Which syndrome involves a reduction in the size of the carpal tunnel?
Flashcards
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
A condition caused by compression of the median nerve in the carpal tunnel.
Median Nerve Compression
Median Nerve Compression
Entrapment of the median nerve leading to symptoms in the hand.
Symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Includes tingling, pain, sensory loss, and wasting in median nerve distribution.
Causes of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Causes of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
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Most Common Nerve Entrapment Syndrome
Most Common Nerve Entrapment Syndrome
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Study Notes
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Compression of the median nerve within the carpal tunnel causes carpal tunnel syndrome.
- It is the most common nerve entrapment syndrome.
- Caused by chronic pressure on the median nerve within the carpal tunnel.
- Contributing factors include: reduction in carpal tunnel size; inflammation of synovial sheaths; arthritis; changes to the bones; edema; dislocation of the lunate bone.
- Symptoms include tingling, pain, and sometimes sensory loss and muscle wasting in the median nerve distribution area.
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