Carpal tunnel syndrome risk factors
Overview
Risk factors
Anatomic factors.
- wrist fracture
- wrist dislocation
- arthritis
- People with smaller carpal tunnels may be more likely to have carpal tunnel syndrome.
age.
Sex.
Women, especially those taking birth control pills, going through menopause, or taking estrogen, have the highest risk of developing CTS.
Nerve-damaging conditions.
- Chronic illnesses such as diabetes
Inflammatory conditions.
- rheumatoid arthritis
Obesity.
Alterations in the balance of body fluids.
- pregnancy
- menopause
Other medical conditions.
- kidney failure
- lupus
- hypothyroidism
- multiple sclerosis.
Workplace factors.
- working with vibrating tools
- assembly line
- computer use