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Does Masturbation Cause Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

Hi Dr. Grief. I am a man in my early 60s. I have an odd question.

I have been diagnosed with a moderate case of carpal tunnel, which is fairly well controlled by wrist braces. Unfortunately the symptoms appear when masturbating. Actually the symptoms first appeared lightly while masturbating starting several years ago, and as time went on became worse. At the time, I did not realize that the cause was carpal tunnel.

My questions are:
1. Could masturbation have caused the carpal tunnel either by itself or in combination with other risks such as moderate keyboard use? I do it about once a day for 15 - 45 minutes, and have been doing so since the age of 15, even though I've rarely been single.
2. Do you have any thoughts on how to minimize the symptoms while masturbating since quitting is not a realistic option?
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Hi,

Welcome to HealthCareMagic.com I am Dr.J.Mariano Anto Bruno Mascarenhas. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you.

Masturbation does not cause Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Keyboard use can cause it

Masturbation is Physiological
It means it is a normal phenomenon
It does not cause any problems
It does not have any side effects
It does not interfere with your general Health
It does not interfere with your Sex Life
There is no need to Stop it
And
There is no need to worry about this

Please do not believe non medical articles or rumours

Hope you found the answer helpful.

If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions.

In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly in HealthCareMagic at http://bit.ly/askdrbruno

Best Wishes for Speedy Recovery
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care.
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Does Masturbation Cause Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

Hi, Welcome to HealthCareMagic.com I am Dr.J.Mariano Anto Bruno Mascarenhas. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you. Masturbation does not cause Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Keyboard use can cause it Masturbation is Physiological It means it is a normal phenomenon It does not cause any problems It does not have any side effects It does not interfere with your general Health It does not interfere with your Sex Life There is no need to Stop it And There is no need to worry about this Please do not believe non medical articles or rumours Hope you found the answer helpful. If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions. In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly in HealthCareMagic at http://bit.ly/askdrbruno Best Wishes for Speedy Recovery Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care.