People who are engaged in repetitive hand movements such as typing or playing the piano may suffer wrist pain,especially during palmar flexion.All of the following are true concerning this condition except that it A)is called carpal tunnel syndrome. B)results from inflammation of the synovial tendon sheaths. C)never causes muscle weakness. D)results from inflammation of the carpal retinacula. E)irritates the median nerve.

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome can cause muscle weakness and atrophy due to compression of the median nerve, resulting in reduced function of muscles in the hand and wrist. Therefore, choice C is not true. The other options are all true concerning this condition.

People Who Are Engaged in Repetitive Hand Movements Such as Typing