Musculoskeletal

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Median nerve compression at the wrist — hand numbness and pain.

Overview

Median nerve compression at the wrist — hand numbness and pain.

Also known as: cts, median nerve compression

In-depth guidance

A structured clinical overview of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome — symptoms, red flags, causes, and care pathways — is being prepared by our clinical reviewers. In the meantime:

⚠ When to seek urgent care

Sudden severe symptoms, breathing difficulty, chest pain, confusion, fainting, severe bleeding, or any rapidly worsening illness need urgent assessment. Call your local emergency number.