Carpal Tunnel Quiz

1. What is one of the main symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome?

A. Sweaty palms B. Finger stiffness C. Numbness in the fingers D. Hand tremors

2. Which of these is another common symptom of carpal tunnel syndrome?

A. Weak grip B. Burning and tingling in the fingers C. Pain that is worse at night D. All of the above

3. Women are more likely than men to develop carpal tunnel syndrome.

A. True B. False

4. You are more likely to get carpal tunnel syndrome if you work on an assembly line than in data-entry.

A. True B. False

5. Carpal tunnel release is one of the most common surgeries done in the U.S.

A. True B. False

6. Surgery is the only way to treat carpal tunnel syndrome.

A. True B. False

7. How can you help prevent carpal tunnel syndrome while at work?

A. Take frequent breaks B. Do stretching exercises C. Wear a wrist splint D. All of the above

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