Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: More Than Just a Wrist Problem

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a frustrating condition that can impact your ability to work, sleep, and perform everyday tasks. Many people are told that invasive surgery is the only option—but that’s not always the case.

At Sarasota Pain Treatment Center, we approach CTS from a whole-body perspective, focusing on postural alignment and muscular balance to relieve pressure on the median nerve—and provide long-lasting relief without surgery.

What Is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, or median neuropathy at the wrist, occurs when the median nerve becomes compressed as it passes through a narrow tunnel in the wrist. This compression causes:

  • Numbness and tingling in the thumb, index, middle, and half of the ring finger

  • Weakness in the hand and difficulty gripping objects

  • Pain that may extend up into the forearm or shoulder

It's important to know that true CTS only affects specific fingers. If you’re experiencing numbness in your pinky or the back of your thumb, another nerve—like the ulnar or radial nerve—may be involved.

Why Does It Happen?

Most cases of CTS are labeled idiopathic, meaning there’s no known cause. But in our clinical experience, that’s often because the rest of the body isn’t being considered.

Here’s what we’ve found:

  • Trigger points in the shoulder, neck, or forearm can mimic CTS symptoms

  • Nerve compression can happen along the entire nerve pathway, not just at the wrist

  • Poor posture or shoulder alignment can strain the median nerve

  • Imbalances from the hips or spine may lead to wrist dysfunction

CTS isn’t just about the wrist—it’s about how your entire body is moving, compensating, and carrying stress.

Traditional Treatments (and Their Limits)

Most conventional treatments for CTS fall into two categories:

  1. Wrist Braces – Typically worn at night or throughout the day to reduce pressure on the nerve

  2. Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery – Performed to cut the transverse carpal ligament and open up space in the wrist

While surgery has a short-term success rate around 90%, long-term outcomes are mixed. Studies show that nearly 57% of patients report a return of symptoms within two years.

Why? Because the root cause often goes untreated.

A Smarter Solution: Neurosomatic Therapy


At Sarasota Pain Treatment Center, we use Neurosomatic Therapy to treat CTS with a broader, more effective approach. Rather than focusing only on the wrist, we assess postural distortions and muscular imbalances throughout the body.

Our method includes:

  • Full-body postural evaluation to identify the true source of nerve compression

  • Manual therapy to release trigger points and improve muscle function

  • Correction of shoulder and neck alignment to reduce tension on the median nerve

  • Education on movement, posture, and prevention to keep symptoms from returning

By addressing these underlying issues, we help restore proper nerve function without the risks and downtime of surgery.

Long-Term Relief Is Possible

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome doesn’t have to be a lifelong condition—or one that leads to surgery. With the right approach, you can heal fully and function pain-free.

Call us today to speak with one of our expert therapists and find out how Neurosomatic Therapy can help you overcome CTS—naturally, effectively, and for good.

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