Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Overview
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What is the main cause of carpal tunnel syndrome?

  • Inflammation of the wrist tendons
  • Degeneration of the hand muscles
  • Compression of the median nerve in the wrist (correct)
  • Excessive typing and keyboard use

    • What happens to carpal tunnel syndrome over time in most patients?

  • It disappears on its own
  • It gets worse over time (correct)
  • It improves gradually without treatment
  • It remains the same with no progression

    • Which symptoms are commonly associated with carpal tunnel syndrome?

  • Headaches and dizziness
  • Backache and leg cramps
  • Shoulder pain and stiffness
  • Numbness, tingling, and pain in the hand and forearm (correct)

    • Which nerve is primarily affected by carpal tunnel syndrome?

    <p>Median nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

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