Carpal Tunnel

If you have Carpal Tunnel (numbness, tingling, and weakness in the fingers and/or hand), follow these steps.

1. Gently rotate your wrists back and forth
2. Extend and contract your fingers
3. Wear a wrist splint at night
4. Use cold packs on your wrist
5. Make sure you're getting enough Vitamin C and E
6. Make sure you have good posture at your desk

PREVENTION: To avoid Carpal Tunnel, do the top two exercises listed above every 30 minutes when you are on the computer.

If your Carpal Tunnel doesn't go away after following these steps, see a doctor.

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