Carpal Tunnel Pain
Do you have carpal tunnel pain in Kirkland? Similar to how nerves in the back can be pinched by spinal bones, the bones in your wrist may also compress nearby nerves, leading to the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome. While surgery is a common approach, our Kirkland chiropractors at Energize Chiropractic and Wellness have successfully treated carpal tunnel syndrome using gentle, non-invasive adjustments to the wrist bones.
With surgical procedures often costing between $6,000 and $11,000 and resulting in full symptom resolution in less than 60% of cases, many patients are choosing more conservative and effective alternatives. Our team at Energize Chiropractic and Wellness offers natural, chiropractic-based care to help restore proper function and reduce discomfort, without surgery.
Carpal Tunnel in Kirkland
Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve is compressed by swelling or misalignments in the wrist. This can cause pain, burning, tingling, or a sense of swelling extending from the thumb to the third finger. Some people experience weakness or difficulty gripping small objects. Interestingly, even when visible swelling is absent, patients often feel as if their hand is swollen due to nerve compression.
The exact cause of carpal tunnel varies. Some patients recall a specific wrist injury, while others develop symptoms from repetitive hand use or long-term vibration exposure at work. Hormonal or metabolic issues involving the thyroid or pituitary glands can also play a role. Although the dominant hand is usually affected first, symptoms in both hands are common, often linked to nerve irritation originating in the spine. This is one reason why decompression surgeries fail in about 40% of cases. Women are also about three times more likely to develop carpal tunnel due to narrower wrist tunnels.
Chiropractic Treatment Options
The most effective treatment depends on the root cause of your carpal tunnel syndrome. At Energize Chiropractic and Wellness, our chiropractors begin with non-invasive options focused on addressing nerve interference. Prescription medications or surgeries may offer temporary relief, but they rarely correct the underlying cause.
After a thorough evaluation, we develop a customized treatment plan that may include spinal adjustments to relieve nerve pressure and wrist-specific adjustments to restore alignment. Many patients experience significant improvement in pain, strength, and mobility through this approach.
If you’re experiencing carpal tunnel pain or would like to explore non-surgical solutions, contact Energize Chiropractic and Wellness in Kirkland today to schedule a consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Carpal tunnel syndrome happens when the median nerve in the wrist is compressed by swelling or misalignment, causing pain, burning, tingling or swelling from the thumb to the third finger.
Causes vary. Some patients have a wrist injury, while others develop symptoms from repetitive hand use or long-term vibration at work. Hormonal or metabolic issues can also play a role.
Many patients choose conservative care first. Surgery often costs between $6,000 and $11,000 and does not always fully resolve symptoms.
Treatment depends on the root cause, so our chiropractors start by finding where the nerve is being compressed and then build a plan to relieve it.
Energize Chiropractic and Wellness is at 13325 100th Ave NE, Suite D in Kirkland. Call (425) 814-9644 to schedule.