7 treatment options for carpal tunnel (medicines, exercises and more)

7 treatment options for carpal tunnel (medicines, exercises and more)

Treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome usually includes wearing a splint, applying cold compresses, taking anti-inflammatory medications to reduce pain, physical therapy, corticosteroid injections or, in some cases, surgery, for example. These treatments aim to alleviate symptoms, such as tingling and needle sensations in the thumb or ring, index or middle fingers, for example. See all […]

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Black stripe medicines: what they are, what they are for and risks

Black stripe medicines: what they are, what they are for and risks

Black stripe medicines are those that act on the brain, having a sedative, analgesic or stimulant action, presenting a greater risk of dependence and tolerance, and, therefore, contain on the packaging the phrase “Sold under medical prescription, abuse of this medicine can cause addiction.” Black label medicines, also called controlled, psychotropic or narcotic medicines, such […]

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