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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

 
  Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a new problem that is affecting a lot of people today. Women between the ages of 29 - 62 appear to be the most affected by carpal tunnel syndrome. It is associated with the repetitive motion of fingers and hands. 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, fingers, 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 , 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 reduce inflammation and really 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 powerful anti-oxidant and is also anti-inflammatory both of which benefit people with CTS carpal tunnel syndrome.
 


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All Information on this web page & pages linked to it are provided by  GBS International training pack 1995/2002;  
Dr. Mark Crapo nutritional seminars;   The  Herb Encyclopedia  & Sara St.Louis RN, CIC, NP, MPA