Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) on the Web

Abstract

Abstract The occurrence of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) and other overuse syndromes has been on the increase with the advent of computer keyboards. Musicians, assembly-line workers, and others can suffer from this condition, thereby generating a widespread demand for information on diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Many resources about CTS and repetitive strain injury (RSI) exist on the Internet, but they appear in many formats and under a broad spectrum of subjects—from neurology and rheumatology to ergonomics and occupational hazards. In this discussion, various types of information providers are profiled with sample Web sites described in each category. The categories include traditional medical literature sources, health information interfaces or filters, and other CTS information providers, which include; government agencies, medical associations, academic institutions, clinical services, companies selling products, and personal pages.