Knowledge, prevalence and risk factors of carpal tunnel syndrome in young, adult and middle-aged information technology professionals

Abstract

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is one of the most commonly reported nerve entrapment syndromes. There are almost 10 million cases present in India alone. It was also found women were more commonly affected compared to men. Higher prevalence rates of CTS can be found in certain occupational groups, for example, the construction workers. The present study was a cross-sectional study conducted among IT professionals (primarily females). The questionnaire consisted of 7-10 questions and was given to IT professionals. Different populations can be covered online. The sample size of this survey was 100. People seem to have a sufficient amount of knowledge on CTS. How-ever, there is more on CTS that they should be made aware. 70% of people are aware of the carpal tunnel syndrome, but only around 50 % are aware of more information on CTS. Thus more research and studies must be further continued on this topic as it is a prevalent problem and millions of people are affected by it, and many might still be unaware of the problem in the world.