Sawbones: Carpal Tunnel

Carpal tunnel sydrome, or an irritation of the median nerve, is often thought of as a more "modern" ailment, exacerbated by 8-hour days at a computer and video game hobbies. Dr. Sydnee talks about the history of the first diagnosis of this syndrome, and Justin talks about his recent surgery experience, as well as the causes and possible prevention. Music: "Medicines" by The Taxpayers Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota: Thanks to everyone who participated in this year's MaxFunDrive! Still want to get in on the action? Follow this link to support this show (and get in on our limited-time keychain sale to benefit the Center for Constitutional Rights):

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Sawbones: Carpal Tunnel is an episode from Sawbones: A Marital Tour of Misguided Medicine by Justin McElroy.

This episode is 00:38:47 long.

This episode was published on Feb 17, 2026.

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