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Causes of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and its Relation to Handling and Improper Design of Walking Cane Handle

Author(s):

Bikramjit Singh , PEC University Of Technology; Dr. Jagjit Singh, PEC University Of Technology; Dr. Suman Kant, PEC University Of Technology; Manarshhjot Singh, PEC University Of Technology; Sepaldeep Singh Dhaliwal, PEC University Of Technology

Keywords:

Human wrist, Carpal bones, Carpal tunnel, Carpal tunnel syndrome, Median nerve

Abstract

In the recent time there has been an increase in the cases of carpal tunnel syndrome. People have stereotype thinking that it is ageing process. But it is mainly due to malfunctioning of the carpal region to be more precise median nerve malfunctioning. This paper will provide whole information about the carpal region of wrist including bones, tendons, structure of carpal tunnel and how carpal tunnel syndrome develops with the use of a walking cane. This study corroborates the carpal tunnel syndrome and its causes, symptoms, and risk factors. This paper will help understanding the problem and design handles and other equipments to reduce the chances of carpal tunnel syndrome.

Other Details

Paper ID: IJSRDV5I40776
Published in: Volume : 5, Issue : 4
Publication Date: 01/07/2017
Page(s): 602-606

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