Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a painful problem that can interfere with our quality and enjoyment level of daily living. Our selection of books below is a good place to start on some self help ways of dealing with it. Please also see our selection of tools and aids selected that are ergonomically designed for comfort. Our article on tips for gardening with carpal tunnel you may find helpful.

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Conquering Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Sharon J. Butler / Paperback Textbook / 160 pages / 1996
The leading occupational injury of the 90's will soon become a thing of the past. This is the most complete program ever developed for the relief of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome or other repetitive strain injury of the upper body. You will learn everything you need for true self-care: learn how soft-tissues function and why they develop repetitive strain injuries; discover how gentle stretching can help restore full function and comfort to your hands, arms, neck and shoulders; choose the most appropriate exercises to relieve your symptoms by reviewing the Symptoms Charts included in this program; and create an effective injury prevention program based on your occupation. ...$16.49




The Natural Treatment of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (Good Health Guides Series)
Ray C. Wunderlich / Paperback / 48 pages / 1993
$3.49






Pain Free
Pete Egoscue / Paperback / 320 pages / 2000
In this book Egoscue, a celebrity physiologist, shares his expertise in step-by-step methods for natural relief of pain throughout the body. Organized by body part for easy reference this illustrated resource includes advice for relieving: sore knees, weak ankles, shin splints, degenerative hip disease, fallen arches and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. ..$12.99




Desktop Yoga
Julie T. Lusk / Paperback / 176 pages / 1998 Working long hours sitting at a desk every day can lead to a host of problems--from muscle tension to back injury to carpal tunnel syndrome. Most people think they don't have the time to do the exercise necessary to prevent such ailments. But, now there's a way to give your body the care it needs without even leaving your office. Desktop Yoga is an invaluable workbook that helps you rejuvenate your tired body and mind, right there in the workplace--with simple, inconspicuous exercises that can be done at your desk. Using movements modified from the ancient art and science of yoga, instructor Julie Lusk focuses on breathing, stretching, and relaxation techniques that can be done even by beginners and promise to revitalize you from head to toe. With special attention paid to each part of the body--as well as suggestions for redesigning your workspace and coping with business travel--Desktop Yoga will help you bring a sense of peace and well-being to whatever you do, wherever you are.
$11.49




Muscle Pain Relief in 90 Seconds:The Fold & Hold Method
Dale L. Anderson / Paperback / 160 pages / 1994
Now, you're only 90 seconds away from relieving your muscle pain, completely drug free! If you suffer from back pain, tennis or golfer's elbow, head or neck pain, wrist pain, shin splints, carpal tunnel syndrome, or any other common muscle pain, Dr. Dale Anderson's innovative "Fold and Hold" technique can help! "Fold and Hold" combines simple, safe, biomechanical self-treatment with the natural healing powers of the human body. The result is muscle pain relief in 90 seconds. Muscle Pain Relief in 90 Seconds clearly teaches the right moves to ease 21 types of muscle-related hurts, from a stiff neck to ankle pain. Proven to relieve muscle pain in 80 percent of cases, this revolutionary method is a must for all of us with muscle twinges and aches. ...$11.49




Repetitive Strain Injuries
Timothy J. Jameson / Paperback / 280 pages / 1998
Carpal tunnel syndrome is the best-known of 15 different types of repetitive strain injuries (RSIs), resulting from the constant performance of the same motion. Thousands of American workers are affected each year -- from meat packers to musicians. Dr. Jameson, who specializes in treating RSIs offers first-aid strategies, tells how to determine when professional help is needed and provides alternative approaches that can heal or reverse RSIs. ..$12.99




The Arthritis Action Program:An Integrated Plan of Traditional & Complementary Therapies
Harvard Medical School Staff / Hardcover / 730 pages / 2000
If you suffer from the aches and pains of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or related conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome or Lyme disease, this book will give you the latest information on managing and minimizing symptoms--with results: *New medications to control pain and inflammation *Exercises to increase range of movement, improve balance, and minimize stiffness *Complementary therapies that can help *Tips on how to protect joints *Techniques for stress reduction *Breakthroughs in surgery *Questions to ask your doctor *Customized action programs that put it all together *Periodic updates on our special Web site ..$21.49




The Pain Relief Breakthrough:The Power of Magnets to Relieve Backaches, Arthritis, Menstrual Cramps, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Sports Injuries, & More
Paul Rosch / Hardcover / 224 pages / 1998
In "The Pain Relief Breakthrough", Dr. Julian Whitaker and Brenda Adderly explain and illustrate how using therapeutic magnets can greatly reduce or even completely eliminate chronic and acute pain, including headaches, menstrual pain, and arthritis. ..$19.49

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