Causes or Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
In general, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is resulted from the increased in pressure of the tunnel which then compress the median nerve. This increased pressure could result from anything that reduces the space in the carpal tunnel. Possible causes include:
1. Physical characteristics
• Congenital predisposition – the carpal tunnel is smaller than the average.
2. Repetitive/Overuse movement of wrist
• Flexion and extension of the tendons (forcefully & prolonged) – lead to inflammation of the flexor tendon sheath
3. Injury/trauma
• Fracture or sprain – causing swelling due to inflammatory response.
4. Hormonal disorders (perturbation in the endocrine system)
• Diabetes
• Hypothyroidism
• Pregnancy (last few months)
• Oral contraceptive pill consumption
5. Other health conditions
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Acromegaly
• Amyloidosis
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