Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a progressive and painful condition caused by the compression of a key nerve in the wrist. It occurs when the median nerve, which runs from the forearm into the hand, becomes pressed or squeezed at the wrist. Symptoms usually start gradually, with irritation and tingling, weakness, pain, or numbness in the hand and wrist, radiating up the arm. As symptoms worsen, people might feel the tingling throughout the day, as well as decreased grip strength making it difficult to form a fist, grasp small objects, or perform other essential or simple tasks.