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Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) occurs when the median nerve in your wrist is compressed, leading to symptoms that can affect your hand and fingers. Here’s how you can tell if you might have CTS.
Common Symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
1. Tingling or Numbness - Often affects the thumb, index, middle, and part of the ring finger. Symptoms may worsen at night or when holding objects like a phone or steering wheel.
2. Weakness in the Hand - Difficulty gripping objects or a tendency to drop things. Weakness in the thumb due to affected muscles.
3. Pain or Discomfort - Aching or burning pain in the wrist and palm. Pain may radiate up the forearm towards the shoulder.
4. Worsening Symptoms at Night - Symptoms often become more noticeable when sleeping due to wrist positioning.
If symptoms persist for more than a few weeks.If hand weakness is affecting daily activities.
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