Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment   The severity of the compression, or entrapment, of the median nerve is determined by both clinical and electrodiagnostic testing.  If carpal tunnel syndrome is caught and treated in the early, mild, or more moderate stages, the following treatment can be very successful: Stopping the repetitive movement that causes carpal tunnel syndrome Splinting the wrist to relieve pressure on the median nerve The use of anti-inflammatories such as aspirin and NSAIDS Steroid injections (such as methylprednisolone) into the carpal tunnel More severe cases may require surgery to relieve the entrapment of the median nerve, and associated complications.     Supplements helpful for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome   Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B2 Carpal tunnel syndrome patients are often deficient in vitamin B6 (2). Numerous studies have found that vitamin B6 supplementation may be effective in treating carpal tunnel syndrome (3-6). Other studies report that B6 effectiveness is enhanced by taking it with vitamin B2, which assist in the conversion of vitamin B6 into its more active form (7). Conversely, one study concludes that there is no correlation between vitamin B6, carpal tunnel syndrome, or the paralleled mprovements in carpal tunnel syndrome symptoms (8).  Nevertheless, many experts agree that given its safety and the positive clinical studies, vitamin B6 supplementation should still be considered.   Bromelain Bromelain, a protein-digesting enzyme complex derived from pineapple, has been shown to be helpful in treating inflammatory conditions, like carpal tunnel syndrome. In study, bromelain has accounted for many therapeutic benefits, such as in the reduction of swelling, increased healing time, and a reduction in post-operative pain.  (9, 10).   Boswellia The gum resin of Boswellia serrata (boswella) has been found to have anti-inflammatory effects that may be useful in treating carpal tunnel syndrome (11).   Curcumin (turmeric) Curcumin, the yellow pigment of Curcuma longa (turmeric), has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, which may be useful in treating carpal tunnel syndrome (11-13).  One study indicated that curcumin's anti-inflammatory properties may be as effective as the more commonly used non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). (14)     Learn More About Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Introduction to Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment Products helpful for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Go Back Learn More

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