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End Your Carpal Tunnel Pain Without Surgery: A Daily 15-Minute Program to Prevent & Treat Repetitive Strain Injury of the Arm, Wrist, and Hand

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After having suffered with debilitating pain in both wrists up to my shoulders for over one month, I found Montgomery's book on our local public library shelf. Eager to find relief from my pain that would take me off painkillers and a way from needless surgery, I read her book and applied her twelve steps. I found some relief immediately and over two days I was tremendously better. I also believe her point that 90% of carpal tunnel surgery is unsuccessful. Her methods work and I would recommend them to all carpal tunnel pain sufferers.

Suffering from wrist pain that would not allow me to pick up anything heavy and sent me wretching with pain when I simply rotated my wrist at a dance class. I suffered for about four months and it seemed to be getting worse not better. Then I researched the web and found a carpal tunnel chat line. Person after person reported surgery that didn't work at all or pain that came back after six months or a year. 3 people used Kate Montgomery's method and all reported success. I purchased the book. I started working the suggested program and had relief in about a week. I was consistant with the program for several weeks. The pain totally went away. I still occasionally do some of the exercises. I have been pain free for over 18 months, now. Please try this before surgery. It worked for me!

I would just like to add my endorsement to the many that you have already received. I have been living with borderline carpel tunnel syndrone for almost 20 years. I have talked to a surgeon, had the test and elected to manage it myself with night time splints and Vitamin B. However, recently, heavy gardening (which I love) had driven me to the point of almost continual numbness and tingling in both hands. Since my income depends on the painting that I do and since my husband and I are about to start building a house, I had begun to consider surgery again when I ran into this book accidently at the library.
Thank goodness for that bit of good luck!
I started the massage immediately and miraculously have been free of the numbness and tingling ever since.....about a month now....I am ordering the sports balm and will pass along word on the book and method to any one who needs it.
...........Linda Croxson

I do a lot of knitting and fibercrafts and had to take long breaks from it to recuperate, sometimes days. With these exercises my hands feel fine even after many hours of knitting.

I was referred by one of my friends to read Kate's book. Since I lived in San Diego, I tracked Kate down and wanted her to see me and help me. All doctors I had seen had recommended surgery for my carpal tunnel. When I saw Kate the first thing she said was "don't do the surgery, carpal tunnel can be reversed". At first, I was a little skeptical, after all I had gone to many experts and they all had recommended the same "surgery". In my desperate state and trying to find a solution, I decided to put myself in her hands. I followed everything she said in her book. After a few sessions with her and doing the exercises, my hands began recovering the strength and I was beginning to perform normal things like cooking, lifting heavy objects, and using my computer again without so much pain. I did not have to quit my job and regained all hopes to recover without surgery. Two years later, my hands have recovered. Thanks Kate for being that wonderful medicine woman you are!!!!

Years ago, I had full blown Carpal Tunnel Syndrone after three months of working in a warehouse which involved constant lifting, holding and pulling. I never went to any kind of professional regading my problem because I simply didn't have the funds. Therefore I researched Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and did some exercises which completely eliminated all of the symptoms.

This book has some good information in it but it lacks important detailed information about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and even contains some misinformation. When one wishes to overcome Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, they need to understand exactly what it is and specifically what causes it. This book explains that CTS is caused by median nerve compression, but it makes no mention of what exactly causes this nerve compression and why. It also does not explain exactly why the exercises given in the book are useful (some of which are actually detrimental). No one with CTS should do ANY kind of sqeezing exercises or curls with weights. These types exercises are DANGEROUS and WILL worsen your condition. Also, no one with CTS wants to press their thumb into their wrist, this can damage the nerve. The only useful exercise given in the entire book for CTS is the rubber band exercise which involves extention of the fingers.

If you want to rid yourself of CTS and properly understand your problem, please avoid this book.

I am an Occupational Therapist who specializes in Hand Therapy. Kate` Montgomery's book is a very helpful resource for anyone suffering from repetitive strain injuries. This wholistic approach is a good blend of techniques from various health traditions. It is written in layman's terms with excellent illustrations that help you understand the cause of the pain and why you should follow the suggested program of stretches and massage. The self-massage techniques and exercises are especially helpful for those who need visual reminders of how to perform the various massage techniques and stretches. This book is a good supplement to treatment for those who are currently under the care of a health professional as well as those who are not in treatment. It is self-empowering for those willing to take responsibility for their health and follow the suggested 12 step corrective program on a daily basis. The sports balm is a helpful addition that promotes healing and relief of pain.

As a flutist and music therapy major in college, I experienced chronic wrist pain because of countless hours of practicing several instruments, typing papers, and hauling equipment for music therapy sessions. I had been to see a physical therapist during school but was not satisfied with the answer: "Quit practicing." Last year, tired of the physical and mental strain of chronic pain, I tried Kate's book in order to take control of my pain. With daily practice of the exercises illustrated in this book, I was ecstatic with the results. I could not remember the last time my hand was free of pain! Since my livelihood depends on using my hands, knowing I could stay virtually pain free with daily exercises was a huge relief. The trigger point releases and self-massage techniques in this book, help me to release the daily tightness of muscles in my hand and feel great. The range of motion exercises and stretches are quick and easy to do throughout the day. Without this book, I would still be a victim of chronic pain. I have been more than pleased to find a way to strengthen my wrists and hands to prevent further damage and pain. If you are ready to take and active role in decreasing hand and wrist pain and preventing further problems, you will not regret purchasing this book.

As a technical writer, I have been suffering from RSI (repetitive strain injury) for almost a year now and have been in and out of doctor's offices, physical therapy, and tried every medication out there until I ended up with an ulcer. Kate's book is the first and only thing that I have found that works! Within 15 minutes of opening her book, I was in less pain, after 2 days, I had significantly decreased my pain, and 3 weeks later, I am finally on my way to making a recovery!

Before I started her program I was in so much pain that I could barely tie my shoes, let alone get on a computer to work. It seemed that everything I did caused me pain and my hands even hurt when I wasn't even using them. Now, I am back on my computer, back doing what I love, and back to enjoying life again. She has really given me my life back.

Thank you, Kate.

FOLLOW UP:
It's been about a year since I wrote this review, and I am STILL enjoying life and have returned to working full-time as a technical writer, thanks to this book and method.

The author brings a simple concept to light in a provocative way. She covers the basics of staying healthy and preventing upper extremity injury through a process of techniques.

There is an interesting section on correct breathing - it's a concept that I hadn't thought of before, but can see how this is helping people. (I work for an insurance company, and help people with workers'compensation injuries.)

I've used the techniques found in this book on many people, and have had wonderful success helping people recover from wrist and upper extremity injuries.