Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Specialist
Carpal tunnel syndrome affects up to 6% of all adults. Omar D. Hussamy, MD, understands how quickly carpal tunnel syndrome can affect your ability to write, type, and pick up everyday objects. At his office in Vero Beach, Florida, Dr. Hussamy has in-house X-rays and MRI machines to identify the cause of your pain and determine the right treatment for you. Call or book an appointment online today to learn more.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Q & A
The carpal tunnel is a thin, narrow passageway that runs through the palm of your hand. Many small tendons and ligaments surround the carpal tunnel.
A long nerve, called the median nerve, extends from the palm of your hand, through the carpal tunnel, and up your arm. If you have carpal tunnel syndrome, the median nerve becomes squeezed or pinched due to inflammation and swelling inside the carpal tunnel.
The most common signs and symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome include:
Pain
Carpal tunnel syndrome typically causes pain, numbness, tingling, and even burning in the thumb, index, middle, and ring fingers. It can also lead to soreness in the palm and wrist. In more severe cases, your pain can extend through your arm and shoulder.
Weakness
Chronic pain and inflammation in your carpal tunnel can increase weakness and clumsiness in your wrist. If you’ve noticed that you’re dropping objects more often, you may have carpal tunnel syndrome.
Sudden shocks
Shock-like sensations are common in those with carpal tunnel syndrome. It happens most often in the thumb, index, middle, and ring fingers.
More often than not, a combination of factors increases your risk of carpal tunnel syndrome. While a wrist fracture can narrow your carpal tunnel and compress the median nerve, arthritis may increase swelling and inflammation.
Additional risk factors for carpal tunnel syndrome include:
- Being a woman
- Diabetes
- Nerve damage
- Certain medications
- Obesity
- Fluid retention‘
Working with your hands or typing on a keyboard frequently also raises your risk of developing carpal tunnel syndrome.
Ice therapy, rest, and taking frequent breaks from activities that increase your pain can help relieve discomfort from carpal tunnel syndrome. With early intervention, your symptoms can go away altogether.
Dr. Hussamy and the team may also recommend wrist splinting, corticosteroid injections, and anti-inflammatory medications to prevent further damage and reduce inflammation in your wrist and hand.
If your symptoms don’t respond to nonsurgical therapies, Dr. Hussamy performs carpal tunnel surgery to relieve pressure on the median nerve.
Untreated carpal tunnel syndrome can impact your quality of life. To schedule an appointment with Omar D. Hussamy, MD, call or book online today.
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"Dr. Hussamy is very pleasant and personable. He thoroughly explained my condition and his recommended course of action. He provided an opportunity to ask any questions. He performed the procedure on the spot and ensured my comfort and concerns were properly addressed. He thoroughly explained post-procedure activity and made sure I knew to contact his practice with any additional concerns or follow-up, if needed. I am extremely satisfied with Dr. Hussamy’s care and will happily seek it again should the need arise."
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"Dr. Hussamy appears to be a very caring doctor who takes time to explain your issues and listen to your concerns. You never get the impression that he is rushing to get to the next patient. His office staff is very cordial and easy to work with. Would definitely recommend him to my family and friends!"
Tom C.
"Everything about my visit with Dr. Hussamy was perfect! Office staff, x-rays, and consultation were efficient, friendly, and professional. Surgical options and procedures were thoroughly explained. Update: the actual surgery went as described and was 100% successful!"
James N.
"They were able to give me a last-minute appointment. The office staff were very pleasant and courteous. Dr. Hussamy was pleasant, non-rushed, explained things to me, and set up for further testing right away."
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