Harrisburg Carpal Tunnel Lawyers
The carpal tunnel is a pathway within the wrist through which the median nerve passes from the forearm to the hand. When the muscles and other soft tissues in and around the carpal tunnel are subjected to overuse by excessive repetition of a motion, overexertion, or a violent physical trauma, swelling can cause pressure upon the nerve. The resulting condition is known as carpal tunnel syndrome. The pain and discomfort associated with this ailment can be a serious hindrance to one’s work and typically requires both medical treatment and resting of the affected area.
If you are suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome or any other affliction that affects this part of the wrist, you may be entitled to pursue legal action against an entity whose negligence caused your injury. To find out what your options may be, contact the Harrisburg carpal tunnel injury lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. at 610-667-7511.
Signs and Symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Because carpal tunnel syndrome may develop slowly and as a product of many small injuries it can be difficult to identify the condition on your own. You may simply write off your pain and suffering as an unavoidable consequence of your daily routine, or aging, but carpal tunnel injuries can be treated if properly diagnosed. Some signs and symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome may be:
- Frequent burning in the palm and fingers
- Frequent numbness or itching in the palm and fingers
- Reduced grip strength
- Inability to distinguish between hot and cold with the affected hand
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You should not have to worry about the costs of medical care and lost wages that arise due to a carpal tunnel injury caused by another person’s negligence. Contact the Harrisburg carpal tunnel injury lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. at 610-667-7511 to begin taking the steps necessary to protect your interests.