The sensitivity and specificity of nerve conduction studies (NCS's) and electromyography
(EMG) for the diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome CTS) were evaluated by a critical review …

The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of hand therapy interventions
for carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) based on the best available evidence. A qualitative …

There is already a wealth of literature covering cumulative trauma disorders and medical
management, as well as the biomechanics of manual material handling and lower back …

OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to complete a systematic review of manual and
manipulative therapy (MMT) for common upper extremity pain and disorders including the …

Extrinsically powered prosthetic wrists have the potential to offer significant improvements to
the functionality and dexterity of a prosthetic hand. They can also reduce a user's …

Carpal tunnel syndrome was studied by use of supplemental palpatory diagnosis in 20
abnormal wrists. Restriction in motion at the carpal tunnel was quantified with a rating …

Numerous observational methods for analysis of working posture of the wrist/forearm have
been reported in the literature yet few of these methods have been validated for the …

The objective of this study was to measure the maximal static and dynamic capability of the
wrist joint in industrial workers. Estimates of the wrist's dynamic capability could aid …

Patients with median nerve compression at the carpal tunnel often have poor sensory
afferents. Without adequate sensory modulation control, these patients frequently exhibit …

Many studies have shown that repetitive wrist motion is a major risk factor for work‐related
musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs). Specific contributory factors include wrist and tendon …