Yoga
Yoga is an effective treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome. It can help to stretch and strengthen the muscles in the body, including those in the wrists and hands. For example, during at-home yoga, people use the forearm muscles in a contraction way and stretch them through various postures.
Yoga helps restore the healthy balance between strength and flexibility in the affected tissues. Balanced muscles in the forearms ensure the load is spread evenly and prevent imbalances that can lead to injury. Additionally, many yoga practices emphasize proper alignment. Engaging the core muscles and keeping the shoulders down and back is ideal. By doing this often, an individual can create muscular memory so that even when not at the gym or on the mat, one can still maintain good posture. This can help alleviate some of the strain on the wrists and forearms that can lead to carpal tunnel syndrome or worsen it.
Regular yoga can significantly lower levels of pain, numbness, and tingling. In addition, some studies reveal individuals who practiced yoga had better grip strength and range of motion than those who did not receive the intervention.
