Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a condition which results when the median nerve does not work properly. Usually, this is thought to occur because there is too much pressure on the nerve as it runs into the wrist through an opening called the carpal tunnel.

In the early stages of carpal tunnel syndrome, a simple brace will sometimes decrease the symptoms, especially the numbness and pain occurring at night. These braces simply keep the wrist in a neutral position (not bent back too far nor bent down too far). When the wrist is in this position, the carpal tunnel is as big as it can be - so the nerve has as much room as possible. The brace needs to be worn at night while you sleep to prevent the numbness and pain occurring at night. If you have symptoms during the day as well, the brace may help reduce those symptoms as well.