Although Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, which arises from repetitive strain in the hand or wrist muscles and/or nerves, is associated in the popular mind with computer users, many other activities can give rise to the painful, arthritis-like symptoms. Massage therapy, for instance. Ironically, while self-massage is recommended as one of presenter Karen Montgomery 12 steps for preventing and treating CTS, a masseuse is one of her patients--the woman developed CTS precisely because her job called for repetitive micromovements which caused strain over time. Besides pointing out that CTS affects a wider range of people than keyboard jockeys, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome demonstrates Montgomery's simple stretch, flex, and massage exercises for regaining healthy hands. Although there's a plug for Montgomery's book and workshop, and the testimonials--at times--make you feel as if you've stumbled into an infomercial, the core information is sound and helpful. Given the lack of similar materials on the topic, and the fact that the title is likely to be quite popular, this one's definitely recommended. Aud: P. (R. Pitman)
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
(1996) 30 min. $39.95. Sports Touch Publishing (dist. by Unique Books). PPR. Color cover. ISBN: 1-878069-04-7. Vol. 11, Issue 4
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
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