WONDER #831: What Is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

Question 1 of 3

What occurs when the tunnel of bones and ligaments in the wrist narrows to the point that it pinches a nerve, causing a tingly feeling or numbness in the hands?

  1. carpal tunnel syndrome
  2. wrist narrowing
  3. hands fall asleep
  4. cortisone cramping

Question 2 of 3

Pressure on which nerve causes carpal tunnel syndrome?

  1. carpal
  2. tunnel
  3. cortisone
  4. median

Question 3 of 3

What type of shot can be used to reduce inflammation to relieve carpal tunnel syndrome?

  1. carpal
  2. tunnel
  3. cortisone
  4. median

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