Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

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Carpal tunnel syndrome and tarsal tunnel syndrome facts

Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by irritation of the median nerve at the wrist.
Any condition that exerts pressure on the median nerve can cause carpal tunnel syndrome.
Symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome include numbness and tingling of the hand.
Diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome is suspected based on symptoms, supported by physical examination signs, and confirmed by nerve conduction testing.
Treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome depends on the severity of symptoms and the underlying cause.

What is the prognosis for carpal tunnel syndrome and tarsal tunnel syndrome?

The outlook is generally excellent as carpal tunnel syndrome usually responds to the conservative measures reviewed above. Sometimes surgical operation is necessary and residual weakness can occur.

What is tarsal tunnel syndrome?

Anatomy similar to that of the wrist and hand exists in the ankle and foot. Tarsal is a word derived from the Latin word for "ankle." When the sensory nerve that passes through the tarsal tunnel is irritated by pressure in the tunnel, numbness and tingling of the foot and toes can be felt. This condition is referred to as "tarsal tunnel syndrome." Tarsal tunnel syndrome is analogous to, but far less common, than carpal tunnel syndrome. It is treated similarly.