Carpal Tunnel & Wrist Pain

Hours of typing, mouse work and phone scrolling put constant load on the small muscles and tendons of the forearm, wrist and hand. The result can be aching wrists, tight forearms, and sometimes tingling or numbness in the fingers — symptoms many people associate with carpal tunnel.

 

How massage can help

Massage works on the forearm muscles that control the wrist and fingers, along with the neck, shoulder and chest, where nerves to the hand can also get irritated. Releasing tension along that whole path may ease wrist and forearm pain and help your hands feel less tired at the end of the day. It works best alongside good desk setup and regular breaks.

 

What to expect

Your therapist will ask about your symptoms and your daily routine at the keyboard. The session focuses on the hands, wrists and forearms, and usually the neck and shoulders too. You'll leave with a couple of quick stretches you can do at your desk.

 

Common questions

Do I have carpal tunnel syndrome?
Only a doctor can diagnose it. Many people with wrist pain from computer work have muscle and tendon tension rather than true carpal tunnel — massage can help with both, but a diagnosis matters.

Is 45 minutes enough?
Yes, 45 minutes is usually enough to focus on the arms, wrists, neck and shoulders.

When should I see a doctor?
If numbness is constant, you're dropping things, your grip is getting weaker, or symptoms wake you at night, see a doctor.