International Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Open Access

Abstract

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Overlapping and Concealing Slowly Progressive Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis: Case Report

Naglaa Hussein*

70-y-old constructor right- handed man without significant past medical history, presented by bilateral hand tingling and numbness associated with frequent objects drops for 1 year. No other neurological symptoms, no gait abnormity. The patient continued his labor work with difficulty. After thorough clinical and electrophysical exam; the condition was diagnosed as combined carpal tunnel syndrome and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Carpal tunnel syndrome on top of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis

Published Date: 2021-05-24; Received Date: 2021-05-03