CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a new problem associated with the repetitive motion of fingers and hands that affects many people today. Women between the ages of 29 and 62 appear to be the most affected by carpal tunnel syndrome. Factors that increase the risk of carpal tunnel syndrome are menopause, Raynaud's disease, pregnancy, hypothyroidism, and diabetes. Symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome range from mild numbness and faint tingling to extreme pain and crippling of the thumb, finger, and hand. Symptoms are often worse at night or in the morning.

Nutrient/Supplement                                          Helpful Notes

• Fatty Acids                           Extremely important for reducing inflammation associated with carpal tunnel syndrome. Fatty acids are found in omega fatty acids from fish oil, flax seed oil, and borage seed oil.
• Coenzyme Q10                    Improves tissue oxygenation which helps people suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome. Some supplements will include Reishi mushroom, which helps boost the immune system as well.
• Multi-Vitamin                        Contains vitamin E, vitamin A, Vitamin C, magnesium, manganese, and zinc which all are helpful in both the treatment and prevention of carpal tunnel syndrome.
• Aloe Vera                             This herb helps restore flexibility and reduces inflammation. Nice if combined with kava kava, ginseng or passion flower.
• Vitamin A                             Important anti-oxidant.
• Vitamin B                             B vitamins are essential in nerve function often affected by carpal tunnel syndrome.
• Zinc                                      Enhances healing from carpal tunnel syndrome.
• Grape Seed Extract            A powerful anti-oxidant which is also anti-inflammatory, both of which benefit people with carpal tunnel syndrome.

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