Homeopathic Treatment for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a common condition which causes pain and weakness in the muscles of the hand.

Remedies like Arnica, Causticum, Calcarea phos, Guaiacum, Hypericum, Rhus tox, Ruta graveolens, Viola odorata are some among the many that have specificity for CTS.

Arnica: This remedy has been prepared from the plant commonly called 'leopard's bane'. It is particularly indicated when injury no matter how remotely is the cause of the present complaint.

Calcarea phosphorica: This homeopathic remedy covers a broad spectrum of disorders. It is prepared from the phosphate of lime. When this remedy is indicated, pain is felt in the bones and nerves of the wrists and arms, and stiffness and discomfort may also involve the neck. Cold and drafts often aggravate discomfort. The person may feel irritable and sensitive, or weak from overwork and pain.

Causticum: Causticum is a wonderful remedy. The founder and father of homeopathy Hahnemann himself introduced this therapeutic preparation to our world

Guaiacum: This remedy is indicated in carpal tunnel syndrome when the wrists (especially the left) are stiff with burning pain, and significantly relieved by applying ice or ice-cold water. Because of so much tightness, the person may feel a need to stretch the wrist, despite the pain.

Hypericum: This remedy may be useful if sharp or shooting pains are felt extending from the wrist. Hypericum is known for its soothing effect when body parts containing many nerves are injured, as well as in other traumatic nerve conditions.