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By Mayo Clinic staffIf you experience chronic pain or can't use your hands as before, you may become depressed or experience low self-esteem. In addition, if your hand symptoms are caused or worsened by your current profession or leisure activities, you may face the tough decision of switching careers or giving up hobbies. You may also feel that you aren't actively contributing to your family if you can't drive a car or perform ordinary household tasks.
Support groups for people with carpal tunnel syndrome can help you find out more information about your condition plus offer advice and solace from those who've lived with carpal tunnel syndrome. Stress management and relaxation techniques also may help you deal with the psychological and emotional issues that may accompany carpal tunnel syndrome.
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- Carpal tunnel syndrome. American Society for Surgery of the Hand. http://www.assh.org/Content/NavigationMenu/PatientsPublic/HandConditions/CarpalTunnelSyndrome/Carpal_Tunnel_Syndr.htm. Accessed Dec. 5, 2008.
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- Scott KR, et al. Treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome. http://www.uptodate.com/home/index.html. Accessed Nov. 25, 2008.
- Hunter AA, et al. Surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome. http://www.uptodate.com/home/index.html. Accessed Nov. 25, 2008.
