quota. In winter, many people feel symptoms like burning, numbness, tingling in the wrist and frequent numbness of hands at night. Experts say that it is a normal trend to increase symptoms like carpal tunnel syndrome in cold weather. This article is not based on any increased case data, but has been written for the purpose of public awareness, so that people can recognize these symptoms and take precautions in time.
Neurologists say that due to slowing of blood flow and stiffness of tendons in winter, pressure within the carpal tunnel can increase, which affects the median nerve. For this reason, many people feel more numbness and tingling between 3-4 o’clock in the night. Feeling heavy in hands while waking up in the morning is also a common symptom.
Pregnancy, obesity and thyroid deficiency have been said to be the main risk factors of this disease. Doctors say that in the initial stage the symptoms can be controlled by immobilizing the wrist with a brace, regular exercise and physiotherapy. In severe cases, corticosteroid injections or carpal tunnel release surgery may be required.
Nerves and tendons become hard due to cold in winter.
Dr. Vijay Sardana, senior neurologist of Kota, explains. Due to cold in winter, nerves and tendons become stiff, due to which symptoms like carpal tunnel often increase. It is not necessary that it is always carpal tunnel syndrome, sometimes it also happens due to the effect of weather. But if symptoms are felt daily, it is important to seek medical advice. He said that these symptoms are more likely to increase in people suffering from pregnancy, obesity, thyroid deficiency, diabetes or working on computers for a long time.
What to do for relief in winter
Keep hands warm, wear gloves if necessary, apply a wrist splint to keep the wrist straight at night, and do light stretching and wrist exercises. Do not work in one position for a long time. If symptoms persist, consult a doctor. According to Dr. Sardana, by starting proper treatment on time, the pressure on the nerve can be reduced and permanent damage can be avoided.
