KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 5 -- Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), a condition caused by compression of the median nerve in the wrist, is becoming increasingly common among working Malaysians.Yet many continue to ignore early symptoms, delaying medical consultation until the condition becomes more severe and harder to treat.The syndrome can cause numbness, tingling, pain, and weakness in the hand, potentially affecting daily activities and quality of life.Hand and Microsurgery Consultant at Sunway Medical Centre, Sunway City Dr Mooi Sung Siang said CTS is becoming more prevalent due to modern work practices that require prolonged wrist positioning, either in flexion or extension.-- fotoBERNAMA (2026) COPYRIGHT RESERVED

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