What is Carpal Tunnel Protocol (CTP)?

A specialized therapeutic treatment focused on easing discomfort in the hand, wrist, and arm due to dysfunction. CTP massage targets the nerve path from the neck to fingertips to relieve tension and reduce pain

Quick Facts

✓ Carpal tunnel syndrome involves compression of the median nerve in the wrist.
✓ Nerve entrapment can begin anywhere along the pathway from neck to fingertips.
✓ Gentle, precise massage helps free the nerve and restore healthy movement patterns.
✓ Early intervention with massage can prevent progression and avoid surgical treatment.

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What Makes Carpal Tunnel Massage Work?

This isn’t your average massage. Carpal tunnel work targets the intricate network of muscles, fascia, and nerves from the neck to the fingertips that affect wrist and hand function. Your therapist uses gentle yet highly detailed techniques to release tension, improve nerve mobility, and restore circulation. Each session is performed with precision and communication to ensure comfort while helping free the nerve and support lasting relief.

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CTP Massage Is Great For:

✓ Numbness, tingling, or burning in the hand or fingers
✓ Wrist pain or weakness
✓ Difficulty gripping or holding objects
✓ Repetitive strain from typing, lifting, or tool use
✓ Radiating discomfort from forearm to fingertips
✓ Tightness through the wrist, forearm, or upper arm
✓ Nerve entrapment symptoms from neck to hand
✓ Post-surgical or chronic scar tissue stiffness
✓ Hand fatigue or loss of dexterity
✓ Preventing progression to carpal tunnel surgery

Is it safe?

Yes—when performed by a trained and licensed therapist, carpal tunnel massage is safe and highly effective. The techniques are gentle, precise, and focused on creating space for the nerve to move freely without causing strain. Your therapist will explain each step, maintain clear communication throughout, and adjust pressure to your comfort level. As with any therapeutic approach, it’s always wise to consult your healthcare provider if you’re uncertain whether this treatment is right for you.

What to Expect During Your Session

  1. Check-In & Communication
    We’ll begin by reviewing your symptoms, work habits, and any repetitive movements that may be contributing to your wrist or arm pain. You’ll have time to share what areas feel most affected and ask questions before we begin.

  2. Comfortable Positioning
    You’ll undress to your comfort level and recline on the table, draped securely for privacy. The therapist will work methodically from your anterior (front) neck to your fingertips, as well as through all the muscles that connect to the shoulder blade

  3. Detailed, Restorative Work
    The techniques are slow and precise, targeting nerve pathways, fascial adhesions, and muscular tension that contribute to carpal tunnel symptoms. Each movement is designed to restore balance, mobility, and nerve flow throughout the arm.

  4. Targeted Relief
    Treatment addresses the entire kinetic chain—from cervical spine to scapula to wrist—ensuring lasting improvement rather than temporary symptom relief. Clients often notice reduced tingling, increased grip strength, and greater range of motion.

  5. Your Comfort Comes First
    Carpal tunnel work can be detailed and intense but should always feel safe and collaborative. Your therapist will check in regularly, adjust pressure as needed, and ensure the session remains both effective and comfortable.

After Your Massage
Take your time getting up after your session—drink water and gently move your wrist, hand, and forearm through light stretches. Mild soreness is normal for a day or two as circulation and nerve mobility improve. You should also notice reduced tingling, increased comfort, and greater freedom of movement. Share any changes you feel so your therapist can continue refining future sessions for your ongoing progress.
Questions? Give us a call: (321) 987-0041

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Important Precautions

Carpal Tunnel Massage May Not Be Appropriate If You

✓ Have recent wrist, elbow, or shoulder surgery or unhealed fractures
✓ Are experiencing active inflammation, infection, or open wounds
✓ Have severe swelling, nerve damage, or loss of sensation in the arm or hand
✓ Have medical restrictions related to circulation or nerve conditions
✓ Have a recent cortisone injection or acute flare-up of pain

We recommend getting clearance from your physician, orthopedist, or physical therapist before beginning carpal tunnel massage if you have any medical concerns.

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