Abstract | PURPOSE: DATA SOURCES: Selected research articles, texts, Websites, personal communications with experts, and the authors' own clinical experience. CONCLUSIONS: Much is yet to be learned about carpal tunnel syndrome. While the basic treatment of NSAIDs and nighttime splints seems universally accepted, much controversy remains. The use of vitamin B6 as a treatment is one such controversy requiring further investigation. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE:
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Authors | Gregory Holm, Linda E Moody |
Journal | Journal of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
(J Am Acad Nurse Pract)
Vol. 15
Issue 1
Pg. 18-22
(Jan 2003)
ISSN: 1041-2972 [Print] United States |
PMID | 12613409
(Publication Type: Journal Article, Review)
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Chemical References |
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Topics |
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
(diagnosis, drug therapy, physiopathology, therapy)
- Humans
- Medical History Taking
- Physical Examination
- Pyridoxine
(therapeutic use)
- Risk Factors
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