{"id":7058,"date":"2026-03-04T14:02:18","date_gmt":"2026-03-04T14:02:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/integrativa.pt\/?p=7058"},"modified":"2026-03-04T14:02:18","modified_gmt":"2026-03-04T14:02:18","slug":"carpal-tunnel-syndrome-how-physiotherapy-can-help-relieve-pain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/integrativa.pt\/en\/sindrome-do-tunel-carpico-como-a-fisioterapia-pode-ajudar-a-aliviar-a-dor\/","title":{"rendered":"Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: How physiotherapy can help relieve pain"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Carpal tunnel syndrome is one of the most common compressive neuropathies of the upper limb and can have a significant impact on quality of life. It is characterised by compression of the median nerve at the wrist, causing pain, tingling, numbness and, in more advanced stages, reduced strength in the hand.<\/p>\n

According to the most recent international clinical guidelines, physiotherapy is considered a first-line approach in mild to moderate cases, and is a safe, effective intervention supported by the best available scientific evidence.<\/p>\n

What is carpal tunnel syndrome?<\/h4>\n

The carpal tunnel is an anatomical structure located in the wrist, formed by the carpal bones and the transverse carpal ligament. The flexor tendons of the fingers and the median nerve pass through it.<\/p>\n

When there is an increase in pressure in this space - due to inflammation, fluid retention or structural changes - the median nerve can become compressed, causing the symptoms characteristic of this condition.<\/p>\n

Risk factors<\/h4>\n

There are several factors that can increase the likelihood of developing carpal tunnel syndrome:<\/p>\n