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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment in Glen Iris

Physiotherapy for carpal tunnel syndrome — relieve numbness, tingling and wrist pain in Glen Iris.

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Suffering From Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in Glen Iris?

CTS occurs when the median nerve, a primary nerve in your hand, is compressed within the carpal tunnel. This narrow passageway in the wrist is formed by carpal bones and the transverse carpal ligament.

The median nerve is vital for hand function, providing sensation to the thumb, index, middle, and half of the ring finger, and controlling thumb base muscles for fine motor movements. Compression within the carpal tunnel compromises its function, leading to characteristic CTS symptoms.

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Common Symptoms & Causes Of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

  • Pain and discomfort related to Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Reduced range of motion and flexibility
  • Muscle weakness or imbalance
  • Difficulty with daily activities or sport
  • Swelling or inflammation in the affected area

Our Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment Approach

Every patient is different. We start with a thorough assessment to understand exactly what’s causing your pain — then build a personalised treatment plan around your goals, lifestyle, and timeline.

  • Comprehensive Assessment: Detailed assessment of the Osgood-Schlatter lesion, quadriceps tightness, and activity load.
  • Load Management: Structured activity modification to reduce tibial tuberosity stress during the growth phase.
  • Quadriceps Stretching & Strengthening: Targeted quadriceps flexibility and progressive strengthening to reduce patellar tendon pull.
  • Taping & Bracing: Patellar tendon taping and infrapatellar straps to reduce tibial tuberosity loading.
  • Manual Therapy: Soft tissue release of tight quadriceps and hip flexors.
  • Return-to-Sport Programming: Structured graded return to sport once symptoms have settled.

In-Clinic & In-Home Available

We treat patients both at our Glen Iris clinic and in the comfort of your own home — ideal for patients who find it difficult to travel.

NDIS Participants Welcome — We work with self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants. Contact us to discuss your funding options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a condition caused by compression of the median nerve as it passes through the carpal tunnel in the wrist. This compression leads to symptoms such as numbness, tingling, pain, and weakness in the hand and fingers.
Common symptoms include numbness, tingling, and pain in the thumb, index, middle, and half of the ring finger. These symptoms often worsen at night and can be aggravated by repetitive hand movements or sustained wrist positions.
Diagnosis typically involves a thorough clinical examination, including specific tests like Tinel’s sign and Phalen’s test. Nerve conduction studies and electromyography (EMG) may also be used to confirm the diagnosis and assess nerve severity.
Yes, physiotherapy is highly effective for managing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Treatment focuses on reducing nerve compression, improving nerve gliding, strengthening surrounding muscles, and educating patients on ergonomic modifications and activity management.
At GRIT, our ‘one-percenters’ for CTS include precision nerve gliding exercises, custom night splinting with ergonomic assessments, targeted soft tissue mobilisation, dry needling for myofascial release, and video analysis of repetitive tasks to identify subtle biomechanical inefficiencies.
Recovery timelines vary based on the severity and duration of symptoms. With consistent and tailored physiotherapy, many patients experience significant improvement within 6-12 weeks. Chronic or severe cases may require a longer rehabilitation period.

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