Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (From Required Medscape Readings)

Question 1

What are signs and symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome?

Answer 1

• Thenar atrophy

* Paresthesias, numbness, and pain in the first, second, and third digits

Question 2

____________ fibers are usually affected first.

Answer 2

Sensory

Hence, numbness precedes motor impairment.