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carpal tunnel syndrome

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Carpal tunnel syndrome

[kaar-pl-tuh-nuhl-sin-drowm]

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What it is

Compression of the median nerve within the carpal tunnel at the wrist, which can cause tingling, numbness or weakness in the hand. Persistent symptoms need clinical assessment; comfortable workstation positioning and avoiding sustained awkward wrist positions matter for nail professionals.

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