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Carpal tunnel syndrome

Wrist splint

Pain - wrist

To prevent carpal tunnel syndrome:

• Adjust your keyboard so that you do not have to bend your wrist upward while typing.
• Take frequent breaks from activities that require wrist movement.
• Work with an occupational therapist.

To prevent gout attacks:

• Limit alcohol.
• Lose weight if you are overweight.
• Drink plenty of water.
• Reduce the amount of liver, anchovies, sardines, and herring that you eat.
• Medications may be prescribed by your doctor.

Losing weight also can help prevent osteoarthritis.

Viera AJ. Management of carpal tunnel syndrome. Am Fam Physician. 2003; 68(2): 265-272.

Padua L. Carpal tunnel syndrome in pregnancy: Multiperspective follow-up of untreated cases. Neurology. 2002; 59(10): 1643-1646.

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS). AAOS clinical guideline on wrist pain - phase I. Rosemont, IL: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons; 2002.

Review Date: 06/08/2005
Reviewed By: Kevin B. Freedman, MD, MSCE, Sports Medicine, Orthopaedic Specialists, Bryn Mawr, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.