What else can I do to help my wrists? Apparently, I have carpal tunnel.

Hello Anon

Thank you for writing.

To prevent further injury from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome:

• If you use a keyboard, adjust the height of your chair so that your forearms are level with your keyboard and you don't have to flex your wrists to type
• Don't rest your wrists on hard surfaces for long periods of time
• Don't sit or stand in the same position all day
• Take regular breaks from repeated hand movements to give your hands and wrists time to rest
• Make sure the tools you use aren't too big for your hands
• Switch hands during work tasks
• Don't work with your arms too close or too far from your body

• If you do the same tasks over and over with your hands, try not to bend, extend or twist your hands for long periods of time
• Lose weight if you're overweight

Here are some additional at-home tips you can try to temporary relieve pain of CTS:

• Try an inexpensive over-the-counter sprint for your wrist (you can also wear the splint at night)
• Apply ice to the affected area (20 minutes on - 20 minutes off - 20 minutes on)
• Take ibuprofen to reduce the swelling
• When you lie down, prop up your arms with pillows
• Try stretching exercises for the affected area
• Purchase an ergonomic keyboard and/or mouse for your computer
If your pain is medium to severe, contact your doctor immediately.

Other treatments for CTS include surgery and corticosteroid injections.

Occupational therapy may also help.

Best,
Susan