MODELLING METHODS OF MEDIAN NERVE FOR EARLY DIAGNOSIS OF CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME: A NARRATIVE REVIEW

Abstract

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a mononeuropathy, nerve entrapment and a condition in which the median nerve in the carpal tunnel of wrist is compressed as it passes under the transverse carpal ligaments through to the carpal tunnel. Consequently, individual will lead to feelings of pain, tingling, and numbness in the index, middle, thumb, and part of the ring fingers. Making models of the wrist and get the model simulated is a first step in diagnosing CTS. This study aims to review the narratives of different researches on certain biomechanical and electrophysiological models that can help determine at what extent the median nerve in the wrist through to the carpal tunnel is being squeezed. This study also aims to determine the effects and impact of muscles, tendons, and connective tissues work together in biomechanical modeling to find nerve compression and address issues in diagnosing CTS. This narrative review was conducted by searching keywords CTS on the Google Scholar database, modeling median nerve, and simulations. Research implies that creating models with the help of biomechanics and electrophysiology, and validating them with actual data on carpal tunnel syndrome, can help regulate the extent of pressure on the median nerve. Doctors can utilize the provided information to draw early decisions in curing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. By employing electrophysiological and biomechanical models, one can revamp the understanding of CTS. Model results will help to identify the initial stages of CTS, create personalized treatment plans, and monitor how the disease develops. More research on these initial steps by building models with their validated results are required to strengthen diagnostic methods and scrutinize latest technologies for better CTS diagnosis.