tunnel /tun·nel/ (tun´el) a passageway of varying length through a solid body, completely enclosed except for the open ends, permitting entrance and exit.
Carpal tunnel
carpal tunnel
Patient discussion about carpal tunnel.
carpal tunnel the osseofibrous passage for the median nerve and the flexor tendons, formed by the flexor retinaculum and the carpal bones. 
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Carpal tunnel carrying the tendons of the flexor muscles.
Corti's tunnel inner t.
flexor tunnel carpal t.
inner tunnel a canal extending the length of the cochlea, formed by the pillar cells of the organ of Corti.
tarsal tunnel the osseofibrous passage for the posterior tibial vessels, tibial nerve, and flexor tendons, formed by the flexor retinaculum and the tarsal bones. 
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Tarsal tunnel.
| carpal tunnel n. The space between the flexor retinaculum of the wrist and the carpal bones, through which the median nerve and the flexor tendons of the fingers and thumb pass. |
Carpal tunnel
A passageway in the wrist, created by the bones and ligaments of the wrist, through which the median nerve passes.
Mentioned in: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
carpal tunnel
Etymology: Gk, karpos + Fr, tonnel
a tunnel formed by the carpal bones and the flexor retinaculum through which pass the median nerve and the tendons of the flexor digitorum profundus, the flexor digitorum superificialis, and the flexor pollicis longus.
carpal
pertaining to the carpus.
carpal bones
are located between the radius and ulna and metacarpals. Typically, there are six to eight bones, depending on the animal species, arranged in two rows and numbered from medial to lateral. See Table 10.
carpal canal syndrome
see carpal tunnel syndrome (below).
carpal flexion posture
at parturition the fetus is presented with the carpal joints flexed, thus increasing the diameter of initial parts entering the pelvic canal, resulting in dystocia in some patients.
carpal fracture
see chip fractures, slab fracture.
carpal instability/flexion syndrome
seen in young puppies, particularly Doberman pinschers and Shar peis; the carpi remain slightly flexed when standing and the paws are deviated inwards.
carpal organ
a group of vibrissae located on the posterior aspect of the forelimbs of cats, sensitive to touch. See also tactile hair organ.
carpal pad
see footpad.
carpal sheath
common synovial sheath in the forelimb of the horse, shared by the superficial and deep flexor tendons as they pass through the carpal canal.
carpal tunnel
the osseofibrous passage for the flexor tendons and median nerve, formed by the flexor retinaculum and the carpal bones.
carpal tunnel syndrome
a complex of signs resulting from compression of the median nerve in the carpal tunnel. In horses there is lameness with pain on extreme carpal flexion. There are no lesions on the anterior carpal bones.
tunnel
a passageway of varying length through a solid body, completely enclosed except for the open ends, permitting entrance and exit.
tunnel of Corti
spiral passage in the organ of Corti.
tunnel graft
see rope flap.
tarsal tunnel
see tarsal tunnel.
Patient discussion about carpal tunnel.
Q. I'm looking for natural/organic ways to deal with carpal tunnel syndrome. My Boss has Carpal Tunnel syndrome. I'm looking for some natural remedies to help her ease the pain.
A. "Acupuncture and chiropractic care have benefited some patients but their effectiveness remains unproved. An exception is yoga, which has been shown to reduce pain and improve grip strength among patients with carpal tunnel syndrome."
a quote from the "National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke" website...
a quote from the "National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke" website...
Q. what can i do to help my capentunnel without surgery?
A. a good friend of mine is a bike racer and did the surgery- it's not a bad solution as it seems...but you can try and put on a splint to stabilize the wrist. The splint is worn at night for several weeks. If this does not help, you may need to wear the splint during the day. Hot and cold compresses may also be recommended.
There are many ergonomic devices that can be used in the workplace to reduce the stress placed on the wrist. These include special keyboards, cushioned mouse pads, and keyboard drawers. Make sure the keyboard is low enough so that the wrists aren't bent upward during typing. You may also need to make changes in your work duties or recreational activities.
Read more or ask a question about carpal tunnelThere are many ergonomic devices that can be used in the workplace to reduce the stress placed on the wrist. These include special keyboards, cushioned mouse pads, and keyboard drawers. Make sure the keyboard is low enough so that the wrists aren't bent upward during typing. You may also need to make changes in your work duties or recreational activities.
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