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Health Tip - Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Part 2: Treatment and Prevention
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.

Last week we looked at the causes for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) and how this condition is diagnosed. This week, you'll learn about the treatment and prevention of CTS, but first see if you can answer a few questions about this common condition.

1. Of the non-surgical measures available for treating CTS, which is used most commonly?
      a. Splinting
      b. Vitamin B6
      c. Acupuncture

2. Which treatment is the least helpful in treating CTS?
      a. Yoga
      b. Ibuprofen
      c. Ultrasound

3. Which is not a reason to consider surgery for CTS?
      a. Symptoms that have lasted for several months
      b. Severe numbness or weakness
      c. Recent, mild symptoms suggestive of CTS

How is carpal tunnel syndrome treated?

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