Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Test Device functions as a triage tool

Patients suspected of having carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) have traditionally been sent to a specialist for NCSs (nerve conduction studies) and nEMG (needle electromyography). In many countries there is a shortage of trained specialists and long waiting lists as a consequence.

Moreover, an EMG test may be costly. Mediracer is a new handheld test device that accelerates the electrodiagnostic confirmation of CTS. It is easy to use, and the examination can be carried out by a nurse. It takes only a few minutes to have reliable results. These can, thereafter, be interpreted by a physician, and the patients can be given treatment quickly. These properties make this instrument an efficient tool for occupational healthcare, GPs, hand surgeons, orthopaedics and other health professionals. Only a minority of patients must be referred to a specialist for further electrodiagnostic confirmation.