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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Index

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Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition in which irritation of the wrist's median nerve causes tingling and numbness of the thumb, index, and the middle fingers. This condition is known as tarsal tunnel syndrome in the ankles and feet. Repetitive motions, obesity, pregnancy, hypothyroidism, arthritis, diabetes, and trauma are conditions known to cause carpal tunnel syndrome. Treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome depends on the severity of the symptoms and the nature of any disease that might be causing the symptoms.

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