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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

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Updated December 18, 2004

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Definition: Carpal tunnel syndrome is a compression neuropathy that occurs when the median nerve is compressed at the region where it crosses the wrist. This results in the symptoms of numbness, tingling, and weakness experienced by those suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome.
Also Known As: CTS, Carpal Tunnel, Compression Neuropathy

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