Carpal tunnel syndrome
From DrKoop's partner site on osteoarthritis, MyOsteoarthritisCentral.com
Carpal tunnel syndrome is becoming more frequently recognized and may be occurring more often. It may result from repetitive motion or the use of devices like computer keyboards. It affects the median nerve, the nerve that supplies feeling and movement to the thumb and "thumb-side" of the hand.
Review Date: 10/10/2005  advertisement
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