Carpal Tunnel Relief in Round Rock
The Real Story Behind Carpal Tunnel
Carpal tunnel syndrome is often misunderstood, even by many healthcare providers. Dr. Harris recognizes it as a “double crush syndrome” – meaning your median nerve is typically being compressed in two places: at your wrist and in your neck. Think of it like stepping on a garden hose in two different spots. Step on it lightly in one place, and water still flows. But add pressure in a second location, and the flow can stop completely.
This is why surgical treatment that only addresses the wrist often fails or requires repeat procedures. The surgery removes ligaments around your wrist joint to create more space, but if one of your wrist bones has shifted and is pushing on the nerve, the problem isn’t really solved.
A More Effective Conservative Approach
Rather than cutting ligaments, Dr. Harris focuses on repositioning shifted wrist bones back into their proper alignment and strengthening your forearm muscles to maintain that stability. His chiropractic care using the Gonstead training allows him to precisely identify which bones need adjustment and how to restore proper joint mechanics without invasive procedures.
Avoiding the Surgery Trap
Many patients who undergo carpal tunnel surgery find themselves needing a second procedure to clean up scar tissue and adhesions that trap the nerve in new ways. This creates a cycle of surgical interventions that could often be avoided with proper conservative care. Dr. Harris has successfully treated numerous patients who were told surgery was their only option.
When appropriate, we incorporate shockwave therapy to reduce inflammation and promote healing in the compressed nerve tissue, often accelerating recovery significantly.
Restoring Both Comfort and Function
Carpal tunnel doesn’t just cause pain – it often robs you of grip strength and fine motor control that you need for work and daily activities. Family Wellness at Teravista focuses on restoring both pain relief and functional capability. We’ve helped patients with demanding jobs requiring precise hand coordination return to full function without the risks and recovery time of surgery.
Success Stories of Restored Function
Dr. Harris has successfully treated patients whose carpal tunnel symptoms were so severe they couldn’t perform detailed work tasks. These individuals have returned to typing, fine motor skills, and meticulous job requirements with both pain relief and restored grip strength. Many patients are amazed at how quickly their symptoms improve once both compression sites are properly addressed.
Take Action Before Surgery Becomes “Necessary”
Don’t let carpal tunnel syndrome progress to the point where surgery seems like your only option. The earlier you address both compression sites with proper conservative care, the better your chances of complete recovery. Schedule your evaluation with Dr. Harris to discover how his comprehensive approach can restore your hand function and comfort without surgical risks.
