What is carpal tunnel syndrome?

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a very common condition that causes pain, tingling, and numbness in the hand due to pressure on the median nerve. It affects daily life: writing, using a cell phone, or even sleeping can become uncomfortable.

Traditionally, it is treated with splints, medication, or physical therapy, but the results are not always sufficient. Therefore, many patients seek innovative alternatives such as shockwave therapy.

What does science say about shockwave therapy for carpal tunnel syndrome?

A randomized clinical study with 60 patients showed that shockwave therapy is more effective than conventional physical therapy alone.

Patients were divided into three groups:

1. Physical therapy + shockwave therapy for the carpal tunnel.

2. Physical therapy + shockwave therapy for the carpal tunnel and palm.

3. Physical therapy only (control group).

After 4 shockwave sessions, the results were surprising:

✅ Less pain and tingling: the improvement was much greater than in the control group.

✅ Greater hand function: patients regained their ability to perform everyday activities.

✅ Nerve improvement: nerve conduction tests showed improvements only in the shockwave groups.

✅ Longer-lasting results: symptoms remained controlled weeks after the end of treatment.

In short: shockwave not only relieves pain, but also improves the actual health of the median nerve.

Why choose shockwave over other treatments?

It's noninvasive: no needles or surgery.

It has solid scientific evidence.

It's a quick and safe procedure.

It generates longer-lasting effects than traditional physical therapy.

Is shockwave safe?

Yes. The reported side effects are minimal and temporary, such as slight discomfort or redness in the treated area, which disappear soon.

Should you consider shockwave therapy for your carpal tunnel syndrome?

If your symptoms are mild or moderate and you want to avoid long-term medications or surgery, shockwave therapy is an excellent option supported by clinical studies.

Your hands are vital to your daily life. With shockwave therapy, you can regain your quality of life faster and with proven results.

Conclusion

Shockwave therapy offers an innovative, safe, and science-backed treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome. It not only reduces pain but also improves nerve function and prolongs the benefits over time.

📌 Scientific source:

Habibzadeh A, Mousavi-Khatir R, Saadat P, Javadian Y. The effect of radial shockwave on the median nerve pathway in patients with mild-to-moderate carpal tunnel syndrome: a randomized clinical trial. Journal of Orthopedic Surgery and Research. 2022;17:46. DOI:10.1186/s13018-022-02941-9