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 Carpal tunnel syndrome, or CTS for short, is a disorder that just won't leave your hand and wrist alone, much like the friend who lingers too long at a party. Imagine a tiny corridor formed by bones and ligaments inside your wrist; this is the carpal tunnel. Trouble tends to arise when people are forced to congregate in close quarters. (Source: Google) Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Its Causes Repetitive hand and wrist motions are the primary causes of carpal tunnel syndrome. The median nerve, which travels from the forearm to the hand, can get compressed or strained as a result of repetitive motions like typing, swiping, or using powerful vibrating instruments. Ouch! But that's not all; other factors that might lead to CTS include wrist fractures, rheumatoid arthritis, and even hormone changes during pregnancy. A packed house! Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Symptoms Let's discuss symptoms now. CTS may be on the doorstep of your carpal tunnel if you have been experiencing numbness, tingl...