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Health Tip - Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Part 1: Symptoms, signs and diagnosis
By Mike Alexander Sr.

Mike is involved with several organizations including the National Association of Health Underwriters, Independent Insurance Agents Association, East End Chamber of Commerce, Better Business Bureau and the National Association of Small Business Owners, to name a few. Mike is a licensed Risk Manager and highly regarded in the insurance industry.

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As an insurance executive one of my biggest goals is to keep people healthy. That's great for the client, my companies, and for the economy in general. With that, I'm continuously looking for quality information that you can use in order to stay healthy.

"To the tintinnabulation that so musically wells From the bells, bells, bells, bells, Bells, bells, bells - From the jingling and the tinkling of the bells"

Most people have heard of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), and many have experienced it personally. Despite being so common, misconceptions abound. Take this simple CTS quiz and assess your level of understanding of this condition. Read on to check your responses.

1. What symptom/sign is most likely to be associated with CTS?
1. pain with repetitive activities
2. hand numbness in the morning
3. loss of grip strength
2. What predisposing factor is most likely to underlie the development of CTS?
1. use of vibrating equipment
2. a congenitally narrowed carpal tunnel
3. repetitive activity of the wrist
3. Which is the best test for confirming CTS?
1. MRI
2. electromyogram/nerve conduction study
3. electroencephalogram