Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - Syracuse NY

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is the most prevalent, least understood, and most ineffectively-treated Neuro-musculoskeletal Repetitive Stress Injury Condition. Traditional treatments focus exclusively upon the carpal tunnel, where the median nerve crosses the underside of the wrist, and upon any impingements within that area. Traditional treatments include splinting, anti-inflammatory drugs, cortisone injections, and surgery. The median nerve runs the entire length of the arm, and is the most common nerve associated with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

Research is showing that the traditional emphasis on the carpal tunnel area is inaccurate. Dr. Leahy reported that in 500 cases of peripheral nerve entrapment, ONLY 2 cases involved the carpal tunnel. In the majority of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome cases, the nerve entrapments actually occur further up the arm. Unfortunately, many practitioners are unaware of this information and continue to use standard medical tests and procedures that only focus on the carpal tunnel.

Active Release Technique is a patented soft tissue management process that is effective for the care of overuse and strain/sprain symptoms (Numbness, tingling & weakness). ART is a movement based soft tissue system that targets scar-tissue to correct muscle function and free nerve entrapments. By releasing scar tissue and correcting movement and function, ART yields significant improvement and/or resolution prior to becoming severe and costly.

Something happened in 1990 that skyrocketed ART. A medical director of a large occupational clinic invited Dr. Leahy to speak at a doctors’ staff meeting. He talked about carpal tunnel syndrome. Halfway through the meeting he became aware of the magnitude of the problem and the frustration that these doctors had in relieving the pain. He couldn’t believe it, because he had so much success in resolving Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in just a few visits. Seeing an opportunity Dr. Leahy offered a challenge to these doctors. “Send me your 5 worst, carpal tunnel syndrome cases,” and “let me see what I can do. Medical histories on the 5 worst cases revealed that they had been under treatment for at least 2 years. 3 Had experienced at least one surgery and all of them were adversely affected at work

Results:

 All 5 cases were resolved within 3 visits. They all returned to full-time, pain-free duties at work. That success caused a new surge of interest in ART. Today, ART is considered the standard of care for cumulative trauma disorders in Colorado Springs. I can't promise ART will do this for you, but 3-6 visits is a non invasive and less expensive option than any other options out there, and results are often fast. You have nothing to lose by trying and you may save yourself from un-needed surgery. It happens in my office every single day.

There are several approaches to relieve Carpal Tunnel Syndrome naturally and make you healthier. Check the updated Webinars for a much more detailed and thorough explanation of Carpal Tunnel Alternatives. Look under "Carpal Tunnel, Chronic Pain & Repetitive Stress Injuries."

Thank you and I will look forward to seeing you soon, and being a part of your health team!