I have Carpel Tunnel Syndrome in both wrists. One wrist has had it for over sixteen years. Because of the differences between individuals with CTS, what works for me, might not work for them. Please keep that in mind as you read the rest of this article.
Causes
What caused mine is repetitive motion of the hands. I am a composer of instrumental music and writer, so both of those play a roll in my developing this problem. But there are many other things that could cause it as well. Anything that puts stress on the wrist over and over again.
What I do to relieve pain
If I have a flair up of CTS in either one or both of my wrists, I usually take vitamin E in rather high doses for a short period of time. This alone eases the pain in my right wrist every time. But my left one is worse than my right one, so I then wear a brace that keeps the wrist immobile while I sleep. Some people wear these during the day as well. I choose to only wear mine at night being that it rather gets in my way.
This is fine, but what if that does not work.
If you try what I do, and you are still suffering the pain from CTS, then you should seek a physician to assist you. Often times they can perform a surgery which will cure the CTS and should prevent anymore pain.
In closing
I opted not to have the operation years ago when I was told that I had CTS. When the pain gets rough, I admit, I do think about it. But then my alternative treatment works and I go on about my business. I do try to avoid lifting anything heavy or putting pressure on my hands and wrists, and overall try to avoid things that I know can cause it to flare.
If you try what I do and do not get relief, then please do see your doctor. I am not a doctor and this is simply an alternative to medical treatment that may work for some, but not others.