Overview

This module will take approximately 30 minutes to complete and includes the following elements. 

• Background
  • Definition, causes, prevalence, prognosis, complications.
• Diagnosis
  • The diagnostic criteria for carpal tunnel syndrome.
• Management
  •  How to manage carpal tunnel syndrome including appropriate referral.  
• Optional quiz to assess your learning from the course
• An audit suggestion
• A list of useful links and resources for further reading

Goals

During this course you will learn:

• How to make an early diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome.
• How to manage carpal tunnel syndrome appropriately in primary care.
• When to refer people with carpal tunnel syndrome to specialist orthopaedic or other services.

Audit Suggestions

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