Shoulder, Arm & Hand Problems

Brachial Plexus

The brachial plexus is made up of nerves that come out of the middle and lower neck and upper back. After they form the brachial plexus they branch off to supply different areas, especially the shoulders, arms, elbows, wrists, hands, and fingers. The nerves that make up the brachial plexus may be irritated as they exit the spinal column. This may occur when the spinal bones in the neck and upper back are misaligned and damage the very nerves they are supposed to protect. 

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome or CTS is now so common it’s called an “occupational disease.” Symptoms include tingling and numbness in the hand, fingers, and wrist; pain so intense that it awakens you at night and similar symptoms in the upper arm, elbow, shoulder, or neck. “Faulty innervation caused by spinal joint lesions is the one of the main factors in the production of wrist swelling, carpal tunnel syndrome, and tennis elbow.” Increasing numbers of CTS sufferers are seeking out the non-drug, non-surgical approach that chiropractic offers.