Carpal tunnel syndrome

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Publication date Sep 27, 2007

You get carpal tunnel syndrome if one of the main nerves to your hand gets pinched at your wrist. Your hand may tingle or feel numb. You can be in a lot of pain and start to drop things. Getting the right treatment early could help you avoid more serious symptoms.

We've brought together the best research about carpal tunnel syndrome and weighed up the evidence about how to treat it. You can use our information to talk to your doctor and decide which treatments work for you.

This information does not replace medical advice. If you are concerned you might have a medical problem please ask your Boots pharmacy team in your local Boots store, or see your doctor.