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A member asked:
Just wondering if it could be carpal tunnel syndrome, although in neck and shoulder i'm thinking probably not, right?
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No: Carpal tunnel is a problem with a nerve in the arm. It causes numbness and tingling in the hand. Neck and shoulder issues would not be related to carpal tunnel
Answered 2/24/2020
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Where is pain: if you can try to re post your question as its not clear. I am assuming that you have neck and shoulder pain and are wondering if it could be carpal tunnel. It is possible for a pinched nerve to cause pain in the arm down to the hand but usually carpal tunnel does not cause neck pain. if you see a neurologist they can do a nerve study test to confirm diagnosis and start occupational therapy.
Answered 10/23/2017
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