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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome & Myofascial Release

Myofascial Release Carpal Tunnel in Pleasant Hill, CA


Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) commonly causes pain, numbness, and tingling in the wrist and hand. These symptoms are often linked to repetitive wrist movements at work and during everyday activities, such as typing, texting, or prolonged hand use.

Many treatment approaches focus only on relieving wrist pain. While this may provide temporary relief, it often addresses symptoms rather than the underlying cause.

Myofascial Release is a whole-body therapy designed to identify and treat the source of discomfort — not just where the pain is felt.

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What Is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a condition that affects the wrist and hand, producing symptoms such as:

  • Pain in the wrist
  • Numbness in the fingers
  • Tingling sensations
  • Weakness in grip strength

CTS is commonly associated with repetitive motions and prolonged strain on the hands and wrists.

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How Posture Can Contribute to Carpal Tunnel Symptoms

Postural imbalances and fascial restrictions in the lower body often affect the upper body and can play a significant role in carpal tunnel symptoms. Issues such as hip misalignment, apparent leg length differences, spinal imbalance, and forward head posture can create tension patterns that travel through the shoulders, arms, and wrists, increasing pressure and irritation in the wrist and hand. When treatment focuses only on the wrist, these underlying contributing factors may be overlooked, allowing discomfort and dysfunction to persist.

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Understanding Fascia and Its Role in Pain

Fascia is a connective tissue network that runs throughout the entire body, from the top of your head to the bottom of your feet, surrounding and supporting muscles, bones, organs, and nerves. This interconnected system helps the body move efficiently and maintain proper alignment. Fascia is composed of two primary fiber types: elastin fibers and collagen fibers. 

Elastin fibers allow tissues to stretch and return to their normal shape and are found in the skin, muscles, and organs, while collagen fibers provide strength and structural support. When collagen fibers lose elasticity, they can pull the body out of alignment and restrict movement. 

Restricted fascia can create postural imbalances in the hips, spine, neck, and shoulders, leading to tension in the arms and hands and contributing to carpal tunnel symptoms.

Treating the Root Cause of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome with Myofascial Release

To effectively address Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, a full-body evaluation is essential. By identifying and releasing fascial restrictions throughout the body, treatment focuses on correcting the underlying cause rather than simply masking wrist pain. Myofascial Release supports this process by working to:

  • Breaking up adhesions that limit movement

  • Releasing trigger points

  • Restoring proper alignment and mobility

  • Releasing fascial restrictions throughout the body

This comprehensive, whole-body approach may help reduce pain, improve circulation, restore full range of motion in the hands and wrists, and decrease numbness and tingling. By addressing contributing factors throughout the body, it aims to provide longer-lasting relief.

Frequently Asked Questions About Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a condition that causes pain, numbness, and tingling in the wrist and hand. It is commonly associated with repetitive motions and prolonged hand use.

  • Treating only the wrist often provides temporary relief because it does not address the root cause. The source of the pain may originate from posture or fascial restrictions elsewhere in the body.

  • Fascia is a connective tissue network that surrounds and supports muscles, organs, bones, and nerves. When it becomes tight or restricted, it can affect posture and movement.

  • Misalignments in the hips, spine, neck, and shoulders can create tension that travels through the arms and into the wrists, contributing to pain and numbness.

  • Myofascial Release targets restricted tissues throughout the body. This helps restore alignment, reduce pressure on nerves, and relieve pain at its source.

  • Most clients find Myofascial Release to be gentle and relaxing. Some areas may feel sensitive as restrictions are released, but sessions are always adjusted for comfort.

  • The number of sessions varies depending on the severity of restrictions and individual goals. Many clients notice improvement within a few sessions.

Ready to Find Relief from Carpal Tunnel Pain?

If you are experiencing wrist pain, numbness, or tingling, you do not have to live with discomfort.

Schedule a consultation today to discover how Myofascial Release can help address the root cause of your pain and restore comfortable, natural movement.

Call today or book your appointment online to begin your path toward lasting relief.

Testimonials

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Sue Breesnee

I was referred to Mark by a friend who had received great results from his treatment. I have had chronic hip pain for most of my life and my shoulder has had limited range of motion for about 4 years. After my first visit, the range of motion in my shoulder was 95% better. I now am pain free in both my hip and shoulder after only 6-7 visits. Mark is amazing and truly loves what he does. Thank you!

Robby Jackson

For the past few months I have experienced debilitating pain in my left knee which greatly reduced my quality of life.  I was unable to do morning walks, hikes, bike rides, etc.  Fortunately a friend recommended Mark Smith as a massage therapist.  Mark is the first therapist I have gone to that specializes in myofascial release therapy.  I was pleasantly surprised that after my initial visit my knee was 75% better and after my second visit my knee was 95% better.  I highly recommend Mark Smith.

Inna Todortsev

I was referred to Mark by a friend who had received great results from his treatment. I have had chronic hip pain for most of my life and my shoulder has had limited range of motion for about 4 years. After my first visit, the range of motion in my shoulder was 95% better. I now am pain free in both my hip and shoulder after only 6-7 visits. Mark is amazing and truly loves what he does. Thank you!

Linda Johnston

I have been suffering from a frozen shoulder since rotator cuff surgery 6 months ago. I had trigger points in my shoulder , upper and lower back that just were not getting any better with physical therapy, NSAIDS, and home exercises. I knew I needed something more, so I decided to try myofascial release. Mark Smith agreed to treat me because I was in excruciating pain. After a few sessions my pain

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