What doctor or specialist should I go for carpal tunnel syndrome?

Carpal tunnel syndrome

Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by repetitive trauma to the median nerve at the wrist, resulting in pain, numbness, and tingling sensations.

To treat carpal tunnel syndrome the most common doctors or specialists are:

Doctor :

A doctor or family doctor is responsible for diagnosing and prescribing medical treatments to patients. The family doctor refers to patients where a specialist when a specific treatment is required.

Orthopedist :

The orthopedist is a doctor who specializes in the skeletal muscle system of the human body including bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles and nerves.

Physiotherapist :

A physiotherapist is a professional specialized in the repair and restoration of physical mobility of patients who have suffered some type of physical trauma.

Occupational therapy :

Occupational therapy uses techniques through activities that promote and maintain people's health.

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Remember that for the proper selection of health professional that treats carpal tunnel syndrome you must consider the nature, severity and symptoms you are presenting.