4 Important Carpal Tunnel Exercises That Help AVOID Surgery

In this video, Dr. David shows you 4 important carpal tunnel exercises that help to avoid surgery.
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00:03 Grip Strengthening
01:13 Shrugging
02:05 Self Neck Mobilizations
03:19 Hanging
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[@ImaniBrammer]

I swear KZbin helps me way more than doctors ever have.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hi Imani, we are happy to be of help! We hope that you recover soon from carpal tunnel. We have a carpal tunnel help playlist that you might find helpful: “Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1mZrQwOpnnUUkP8Ori-F_by1 We wish you all the best. We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care! 🧡

[@Belive-Have-Faith]

Couldn’t agree more

[@TwilightEuphony]

After a year of trial and error with various exercises and stretches and losing hope this has been the only thing that has helped me. I have no other words to express my gratitude. Thanks so much!

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

WOOOHOOOO!!!! We're sooo happy to have helped you through this video Twilight Euphony! You're welcome! 💜

[@dnlbellfield]

I bought a grip strengthener, used it for two weeks, and it has helped immensely. I have not yet tried shrugging or hanging, but I will. I found this video to be super helpful!

[@molygoswami7239]

When did you feel considerable alleviation in your pain and numbness?

[@nankongmanee7269]

Thank you for suggestions on the exercises.

[@rcbutler5311]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge to help folks like me. I’m a family dentist & musician. Been struggling with pain for a couple of months. My pain is gone after following your recommendations and I’m grateful. You were an instrument from God. God bless!

[@rudydittman7343]

So grateful for health care professionals who address the root causes of symptoms and health!!! Thank you!!

[@cerimcculloch898]

Just found your videos. In so much pain and after watching you realised the nerve spasm in my right side of neck which has been happening occasionally has a link to my wrist pain. Thank you. Will start the exercises.

[@lekamladenovic4003]

I follow your channel and everything I found makes sense so I improved my state with neck exercises. Stretching that you don't recommend were actually in increasing the problem. Thanks! Greetings from Belgrade, Serbia, Aleksandar

[@NancyTalarico444]

I just tried the shrugs & it already helped!!

[@gadf1534]

Thank you for the suggestions on the exercises

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hi Que, You are welcome! 😃 We are sadden to hear that you might suffering from Carpal Tunnel. In case you are interested we do have additional information and exercises in a playlist we have compiled for carpal tunnel help. You can check it out here: “Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1mZrQwOpnnUUkP8Ori-F_by1 We wish you all the best in your road to recovery! We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!

[@cathywhite251]

Thanks!

[@katychadd4321]

It all helped wonderfully. Thank you

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Wohooo!! We are so happy to hear this Katy!

[@barbarak8158]

Man ... u r the best!

[@TheVeiledGoddess-nc3jt]

I did the 4the exercise while watching the video and it helped a lot. Ty ❤🎉❤

[@METATRONANGEL777]

WITH THE "HANGING ROUTINE", BE VERY CAUTIOUS AND SLOW, AS DR DAVID SAYS, USE FEET TO CONTROL WEIGHT PULL, BUT WOW! ONCE ACCOMPLISHED, WONDERFUL RELEASE TENSION NECK, BASE OF SKULL, ETC/ YOU GUYS ARE GENIUS ON YOUR UNDERSTANDING OF NERVES!!! NERVE DAMAGE IS THE WORSE, BECAUSE CONNECTS TO SO MANY PARTS OF THE BODY///GREAT INFO, TY/////////

[@kathyegan6893]

Thank you again for these great videos! I have ordered the grip strengthener which will be here shortly. In the mean time, can I use a Yoga therapy ball or is it just better to wait a few days?

[@marcussilva7692]

This was very helpful actually, thank you

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Marcus! Glad this was helpful! In case you need it, below will be our Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Help playlist for you: “Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1mZrQwOpnnUUkP8Ori-F_by1

[@MadelineLoiuse-yg7uc]

Thank you for the suggestions on the exercises I would love to see videos how to relieve my gout🎉

[@carnivoregal7237]

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[@mkingscott]

I'll be doing these from today onwards... Using the grip strengthener, the muscle under my pinkie doesn't really seem activated, but I'm doing what you're doing, so I'll see 👍

[@varunabotty]

Good stuff

[@thingsdisappear]

Dr David you're amazing!

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

We appreciate your kind words and support @thingsdisappear!

[@lisastroud7984]

Thank you for giving clear explanations! You are one of the few that talks about finding the all important root cause. I knew there had to be something at that level to address the problem. I’ve been to three different hand specialists and they all said surgery. My PC suggested not as he’s seen a lot of people that were worse off after the surgery. You offer the best solution. Yes, I have bad nerve conduction study, but one steroid shot has almost cleared it up. Adding the “correct” exercises will only improve my chances of not needing a harsh surgery. Thank you!

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hi Lisa! 🧡 Thank you so much for your kind words! We are so happy to hear that our video helped provide clear explanations and shed light on the importance of addressing the root cause of the issue. It's always rewarding to know that our content has made a positive impact, especially when it comes to something as significant as your health. I'm glad you found an alternative solution that works for you and that you're already experiencing improvement. Your gratitude means the world to us! 🌟🙌

[@Miodowy]

Thank you very much. I have a question. Can performing exercises such as push-ups or pull-ups make problems worse? I've heard the opinion that ankle push-ups can put much less strain on the wrists and shouldn't be harmful.

[@domeli3040]

hello you are amazing! please one question, I also started yoga to help myself and saw your 10 things to not do, none of which i am doing is on the list rn but one thing i got recommended is this hand shaking i am scetical about a bit. Its just smth like do an exercise then shake it off or smth with your hands quickly, well not just the hands the shaking begins even with arms ---(hope u understand what i mean, like if smth nasty lands on u and u want to get it off as quick as possible). does it really got any effect on what we r doing here please?

[@paweenapanyaporn4134]

Happy that I can have something easy to do and help with my carpal tunnel. Just got diagnosed recently and try to reverse it back. You are being with my healing journey. Thank you 🙏🏽

[@dewa3572]

Hii. I just want to ask any improvements I have tingling in my thumb and would like to know if these work?

[@barbaramonaco105]

After seeing this video I think I understand why I have occasional arm weakness. Occasionally when I'm very busy in the kitchen I feel sudden onset of weakness in both arms, as if there's a wave of numbness that starts in the shoulders and travels quickly to my wrists. It lasts no more than a minute or so, but is disconcerting. I thought it might be postural, but this helps confirm. Bending over the sink and countertops for long periods is what always triggers it. I will now be more aware of my posture and will take mini breaks to stretch and lift. Thanks also for exercises, as my dominant left hand, which has been prone to numbness, has recently gotten much worse.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hi Barbara! It's our pleasure! We are so sorry to hear that you have been struggling with weakness in both arms and numbness starting from the shoulder that radiates to your wrist. 🥺 We are happy to hear that you see value in the techniques and information we have provided. We wish you all the best in your recovery! 🧡 We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care! In case you are interested we do have additional information and exercises in a playlist we have compiled for neck and shoulder help that would also be beneficial for you. You can check it out here: "Neck & Shoulder Pain Help" kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1mbR1jLbsUrgCzvlaLTxGnJ0

[@youblossom69]

Thank you so much. I have done the wrong exercises ;-) I am going to try these.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Carla, you're welcome! We are so sorry you're dealing with carpal tunnel issues.🥺 We know how frustrating it can be to deal with. We are so happy to hear that you are going to try out these exercises. We'd love to hear how they are working out for you as you progress. Just in case you're interested, we have a carpal tunnel help playlist you might find helpful. You can check it out here: “Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1mZrQwOpnnUUkP8Ori-F_by1 We wish you all the best in your road to recovery. We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!

[@aprilharrison130]

Idk if it works but I am definitely going to start trying !!!

[@lisawright8374]

Thank you for this... I will give these exercises a try. I went to two different hand doctors and neither would prescribe me physical therapy, stating that studies show PT is ineffective for carpal tunnel. Have you heard this?

[@user-td3sl7wj9v]

Do exercise cure carpal tunnel? Thank you

[@Shelive520]

Im so grateful for this channel! I’m gonna start doing all of the above and see how it goes. As far as hanging…I’ve hung before on the gym and for some reason, I can only last a few seconds before getting lightheaded lol

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Julia! We are so grateful for your feedback and we hope that the exercises make a difference in improving your carpal tunnel. We are sorry to hear that you are experiencing lightheadedness when hanging for a few seconds, We can't really say what is causing that but we would suggest spending time on the exercises that you do find to be beneficial and safe. 😄

[@tuliaraaxel2381]

How are these working for you?

[@carnivoregal7237]

Wrists hurt. Stiff fingers in the morning. Get numb right hand when I bend elbow. So many videos I’ve watched. Hard to diagnose. Don’t want doctors in my life. What do think I have. Will these things help all kinds of diagnoses

[@CarlosIsDown]

Do you have any exercises for cubital tunnel?

[@user-vb1yp4qf9z]

The transverse carpal ligament is connected to the carpal bones. I don’t see any muscles inside of the CT so how would strengthening these muscles help relieve pressure on the medial nerve?

[@ocicatty]

Now I know why ice packs on my neck to shoulder area helped relieve my hand pain. You've put together all the pieces so they make sense. I've seen a spine doctor, Orthopedic doctor, and my regular GP. IT's like three blind people all touching an elephant in different spots and having different opinions of what they "see". Funny really. I'm still the responsible one deciding what is right for me. Keep up the wonderful work that you do!

[@hadia23384]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. Is carpal tunnel pain developing a ball like bone on the side of the wrist when over using hand/arm?? Do you have a program for this? Or will these exercises be enough???

[@jealousbb]

im curious, how long do you think it will take to get the hand muscles back with the grip exercises?

[@ushar6465]

Can you suggest exercise for cupital entrapment

[@jodieervin8571]

Is there an alternative to the grip strengthener? I live out of the country so it will take a few weeks to get one delivered by amazon. I love the shrugging exercises and the pillowcase stretching.

[@arelispineiro]

Hello! I plan on doing these exercise for my right hand. Unfortunately I discovered your videos after my carpal tunnel surgery a month ago on my left hand. Are these exercises safe for the hand that already had surgery? Thanks for your recomendations!!

[@onepartyroule]

I figured out pretty quickly that the wrist stretching was not helping, and that having my hand rest flat on my torso during the night helped (not curled inwards or streched outwards). I'm also finding that massage helps, and I usually let the hand and wrist go a bit limp as I massage the palm, knuckle joints and wrist.

[@mijuajua4820]

Oh my God, I cannot believe the pain from this syndrome. I am going to try these exercises. I already had that surgery done, and my right hand, which is dominant, but my left hand is started and oh my God, the symptoms are even worse than the burning in the pain unbelievable, thank you for the video😊

[@sedaiy]

Same thing here. Terrible burning pain, surgery on my right hand, not completely better AND now my left hand, ugh!! What's going on?

[@SAj-lw3qo]

How long does it take to get better with the hand grip and the shoulder

[@matthewbonner100]

Does this help for wrist tendonitis? They tell me I have rsi but said not carpal tunnel. It is from mousing. I have mine from mouse work from computer use. I used to game a lot but had to stop for a month or 2. Cant stop my call center office work though. I was doing physical therapy and was told if i had carpal tunnel i would not have been able to do have the exercises. And most of htem really do not cause pain and I never have numbness. More like dull aching and it radiates if its bad. Bottom right of palm below thumb. Finkelstein test causes no pain

[@sandyu.4090]

are there any other exercies that can help ?

[@METATRONANGEL777]

THANK YOU DR. DAVID, MIRACLE WORKER FROM GOD! SERIOUSLY, YES, ALL WORKED WONDERFULLY, CAUTION AS YOU SAY, DONT PUSH IT, NO PAIN, SLOW AND EASY, AND YOU WILL BUILD UP FAST ON REPETITIONS//🙏🙏🙏

[@joaomarques2717]

Do you recommend an ice pack on the wrist to help to reduce the swelling around the nerve?

[@minaldalmia8430]

I have a rotator cuff tear(mri report) + all the symptoms of carapal tunnel, hooe these exercises will not make rotator cuff injury worse - kindly reply

[@lyndalauer2773]

4:59. Have torn bicep in my right arm...can hang without getting inflamed and dint want to aggravate any. ???

[@ShortyboiM]

How long do I do this until hands back to normal

[@marcussilva7692]

What about going to a yoga class, do you think that would make it worst?

[@molygoswami7239]

I feel now my problems will be solved.

[@666oonsk]

Hi!!! Does a stress ball do the same as the grip strength trainer?

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey there! So, a stress ball is good for keeping your hand muscles moving, but if you're looking to get stronger, a grip strength trainer is your go-to. It's like leveling up - you can adjust the resistance as your muscles get mightier. So, both are good, but the grip strength trainer gives you that extra oomph to build serious strength! 🏋️‍♂️🤲

[@666oonsk]

@@epmanualphysicaltherapy thank you so much for clarifying!!

[@mikegogel381]

Where should my thumb be when hanging?

[@marianne1959]

Excellent! I maturally started shruggong before i watched this. The rest your suggestions and videos are great. I swear my carpal tunnel pain is coming from my neck....afraid to go to sleep bc of the pain that comes 😢

[@onepartyroule]

Have you tried hand and wrist massage with an essential oil and carrier oil? This is really helping me.

[@marianne1959]

@@onepartyroule I have not but will definitely try . Thank you

[@filmfavoriterz]

my pain comes from tapping phone. what can I do?

[@zekeson100]

Start with hand dynamometer if you have a lot of pain!

[@liointhesun]

KUDOS

[@tuliaraaxel2381]

Did some nerve flossing yesterday and got a flare up. Pretty confusing that people are recomending such different things. 😢 I wonder why is it that a nerve feels tight? Is it just due to compression somewhere along the nerve ? Since every body is saying that nerves dont strech very well.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Axel! We are so sorry to hear that you had a flare-up after doing some nerve flossing for your carpal tunnel. We understand how frustrating it can be with all the information that is out there. It can be overwhelming and oftentimes contradictory. One thing to consider is that at El Paso Manual Physical Therapy we specialize in helping people avoid unnecessary injections & surgery. Also, everyone's body composition is different so what works for one person may not work for another. What's important is finding options that work for you as you know your body better than anyone. In order to find a solution you may need to try different techniques and exercises that you find beneficial. Here is a video that we strongly believe that you are likely to find beneficial: "Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - Everything You Need To Know [Diagnosis & Natural Treatment]" kzbin.info/www/bejne/e5K4l6ufh9xme7Mfeature=shared We wish you the best on the road to recovery! 🙌

[@TomasPetrov]

Hello, thank you so much for this video, it was really helpful ... I have just one question. Q: I have RING Grip Strengthener and I would like to ask you If it does the same effect as yours that you recommended. (to strengthen muscles to lift ligament at carpal area, etc.) Thank you.

[@KhABCDLeo]

No wonder my acupuncture guy put needle near my neck He knew it ❤

[@sportsboy2589]

I’ve been using the grip strengthener for about a week now. Wrist pain and hand strength is getting better, but now my hand muscles are tightening up. Getting so tight I can’t make a fist. Any thoughts?

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hi Sportsboy, we're so sorry that you've been dealing with carpal tunnel issues. What you're describing is very common with carpal tunnel. However, we couldn't say for certain what is causing your limited range of motion in the hand without performing a proper consultation. There are various reasons why this could be happening. Tightening of hand muscles in carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) can occur due to compression of the median nerve, leading to symptoms like pain, tingling, and weakness. Muscle spasms, compensatory movements, reduced blood flow, inflammation, and chronic stress can all contribute to muscle tightness. We do have a carpal tunnel help playlist that could be beneficial. You can access it here: “Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1mZrQwOpnnUUkP8Ori-F_by1 We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!

[@sportsboy2589]

Just a little update. Been upping the tension slightly as the first setting was starting to get easy. Wrist not in pain but finding it sore. Depending how I move my hand, grip something, push or pull, I feel the soreness over the back and front of wrist. Sometimes along the side of forearm by the thumb. Top of wrist through forearm getting a little tight. I do find that right after using grip strengthener my palm tightness goes away but slowly returns. Big golfer so just trying to swing a club my wrists feel too weak to hold it at the top of my swing

[@p.p.gszendi7400]

I can not hang with my hands, very painful inside hand. How I can du others. Thanks

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hi P.P.G Szendi, were so sorry that you are experiencing such pain. We would recommend doing, if you are able, to do the grip strengthening, but aside from that shoulder shrugs will also help! "Carpal Tunnel Exercise to Heal Naturally #shorts"kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKDVpp6LaLataM0 This is our playlist for carpal tunnel syndrome help: “Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1mZrQwOpnnUUkP8Ori-F_by1 We hope you found this information helpful! Please let us know how you are doing as you progress 🧡

[@hadia23384]

are spurs on the wrists also an outcome of carpal tunnel??

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hi Hadia, That's a good question. It can be but it can also be due to osteoporosis arthritis in the wrist.

[@hadia23384]

@epmanualphysicaltherapy ok thank you. Is this common to have in people in their late 20s early 30s??

[@kathyegan6893]

Thanks!

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey there, you are very welcome! We appreciate your support!

[@morrisfamily68b]

Thanks!

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Morrisfam! You are very welcome! We appreciate your support!