Before birthMay 30, 20261 min readUpdated May 31, 2026

Carpal tunnel in pregnancy and postpartum

Numbness and wrist pain are common from fluid retention — posture tips and when to see a specialist.

Third trimester

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Bầu Ăn Gì? Team · References Vinmec, NHS

Symptoms

Tingling, numbness, or pain in thumb–middle fingers, often worse at night. Pregnancy hormones and swelling compress the median nerve.

Self-care

Wrist splint at night if advised.
Breaks from repetitive typing; ergonomic setup.
Gentle stretches per physiotherapy guidance.

Postpartum

Often improves as swelling resolves; persistent symptoms beyond a few months warrant specialist review.

Seek care for

Hand weakness, muscle wasting, or sudden severe one-sided symptoms.

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