Definition
characterized by discomfort and weakness in the hands and fingers and by sensations of tingling, burning or numbness; all due to compression of a nerve in the carpal tunnel (wrist)
Experts suggest computer users take frequent breaks from repetitive movements to prevent carpal tunnel syndrome.
Meatpacking workers routinely develop back problems, shoulder problems, carpal tunnel syndrome, and "trigger finger" (a syndrome in which a finger becomes frozen in a curled position).
Eric Schlosser -- Fast Food Nation
He developed carpal tunnel syndrome while cutting meat.
