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Have you noticed that after a long period of performing a certain repetitive action for your job that you have developed an odd feeling of numbness, tingling, or pain in your palms, fingers, or wrists? This sensation may be hindering your work performance or starting to give you great anxiety over what the feeling could indicate.

If you have been experiencing this sensation, you may be suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome. Carpal tunnel syndrome will only become worse with time if no form of intervention is pursued. If you or someone you love is suffering from work related carpal tunnel syndrome, contact the St. Petersburg personal injury lawyers of Beltz & Ruth, P.A. today by calling 800-931-4369.

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a medical condition that appears when the median nerve in the wrist is compressed. The compression of the nerve leads to paresthesias, numbness, and muscle weakness in the hand, fingers, and wrists.

It is thought that carpal tunnel syndrome is caused or aggravated by repetitive motions such as those performed in certain occupations. At risk occupations include:

• Receptionist or writer--any job that involves long periods of typing and use of a computer mouse
• Factory worker--putting together small parts over and over again.
• Professional musician--especially those who play string instruments
• Gardeners

If you or someone you love is suffering from work related carpal tunnel syndrome, contact the St. Petersburg personal injury lawyers of Beltz & Ruth, P.A. by calling 800-931-4369 today.