When to Seek Treatment for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Tingling in your fingers, a slight numbness that comes and goes, and weakness when gripping your phone or holding a cup, these are the early signs of carpal tunnel syndrome that are often easy to dismiss, but left untreated, they can lead to permanent nerve damage. At Loredo Hand Care Institute in Grapevine, Farmers Branch, and Dallas, TX, Dr. Pedro Loredo offers expert evaluation and treatment to help patients find relief before symptoms worsen.

What Is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve, extending from the forearm to the palm, is squeezed while it passes through the carpal tunnel, a narrow channel in the wrist. The thumb, index, and middle fingers are the most likely affected by carpal tunnel syndrome.

Common symptoms include:

• Numbness or tingling, especially at night
• Weakness of the hands or dropping things
• Pain that can reach up the arm
• Clumsiness or difficulties with fine motor skills

Symptoms also arise gradually and are generally benign at first, but can become bothersome and even chronic if the nerve becomes compressed over time.

Why Early Treatment Matters

Unless treated early, carpal tunnel syndrome will progress to wasting of hand muscles and irreversible damage to nerves. Early diagnosis makes treatment easier and less invasive and avoids long-term complications.

At Loredo Hand Care Institute, a complete physical exam and advanced investigations, such as nerve conduction studies, are performed to diagnose and determine the severity.

Treatment Options From Dr. Pedro Loredo

Dr. Pedro Loredo treats the conditions with non-surgical and surgical interventions. Non-surgical interventions include wrist splinting, anti-inflammatory medication, activity modification, and corticosteroid injections.

For more serious or ongoing conditions, minimally invasive carpal tunnel surgery can provide long-term relief by alleviating pressure on the median nerve. Dr. Loredo offers the most advanced procedures, focusing on swift recovery and minimal pain.

Schedule Your Evaluation Today

If you're noticing symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome, don’t wait until they interfere with your daily life. Contact Dr. Pedro Loredo at Loredo Hand Care Institute in Grapevine, Farmers Branch, and Dallas, TX, for an expert evaluation and personalized treatment plan. Call (972) 939-4974 to schedule your appointment.