Course Description:

An Overview of CTS is a 1-hour course designed for the beginning and intermediate clinician working with patients with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). This course provides an in-depth overview of carpal tunnel syndrome including anatomy, clinical and differential diagnosis, common signs and symptoms of CTS and treatment options. Conservative and surgical treatment methods are reviewed and include interventions such as splinting, tendon gliding exercises, patient education and more. Surgical treatment may include open or endoscopic release of the carpal tunnel. Expected outcomes, possible complications and rehabilitation protocols are also discussed. Clinicians must be up to date and knowledgeable regarding CTS in order to design appropriate treatment plans, effective therapy interventions and to maximize functional outcomes for the client