Mommy Thumb and Carpal Tunnel

Carpal Tunnel is most common during the 3rd trimester and most resolve within 2 weeks PP

30-62% of women experience and 30% after a year PP

Dry Needling:

C/S erectors

Pec Minor

Wrist Flexors and extensors

Thenar and hypothenar eminence

Other:
Posture/ wrist position (nursing/sleeping)

Neural glides/sliders

Bracing

Proximal strength

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