Philadelphia Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Lawyers

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is one of the most well-known forms of Repetitive Motion Injury, owing largely to an explosion of public awareness in the 1990s that surrounded a dramatic increase in cases of the condition due to the rise of computer use in connection with word processing, data entry, and Internet or programming work.

What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve is compressed or pinched at the wrist, where the nerve runs from the forearm to the hand. The nerve passes through the carpal tunnel – a passageway constructed by bones and ligaments in the wrist. When the tendons or ligaments swell due to overuse, the carpal tunnel closes in on the median nerve, causing symptoms such as:

• Burning or tingling in the palm
• Numbness and the sensation of swelling
• Reduction of grip strength

As with all Repetitive Motion Injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome worsens over time. If it is not diagnosed and treated properly, it can lead to permanent damage, such as the inability to differentiate between hot and cold or the atrophy of certain muscles.

Workers’ Compensation for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Because the symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome are amplified by overuse, it may be medically necessary to temporarily cease the performance of the work-related tasks that have led to your injury, and this may force you to miss time at work.

If this is the case, you may be eligible to receive workers’ compensation benefits from your employer. The Philadelphia workers’ compensation lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., can fight to ensure that you receive the benefits to which you are entitled, based on your individual case. As always, your health is of paramount concern, so be sure to seek medical treatment and to obtain an accurate diagnosis as soon as you suspect something may be wrong.

Contact Us

If you have been diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome due to the nature of your work, contact Philadelphia carpal tunnel syndrome lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 215-238-1130 to begin assessing your case.