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A diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome may follow testing the affected hand for numbness, tingling, weakness and/or pain in specific areas. Muscle and nerve conduction tests may also help affirm or rule out carpal tunnel syndrome.

Review Date: 4/26/2002 12:00:00 AM Reviewed By: A.D.A.M. Medical Illustration Team

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