Table 4.
Wrist ratio and body mass index in carpal tunnel syndrome patients and controls (dominant hands)
| WR | CTS (%) | Controls (%) | BMI – CTS | BMI – controls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ≥0.75 | 16.8 | 7.5 | 29.1±3.90 (21.6–36.1) | 28.6±4.56 (16.0–34.9) |
| <0.75 and ≥0.70 | 34.3 | 35.6 | 28.4±4.90 (20.8–38.9) | 28.1±4.69 (17.3–38.9) |
| <0.70 | 51.7 | 54.9 | 27.9±4.18 (19.6–41.2) | 27.4±4.90 (16.2–43.9) |
WR=Wrist ratio, CTS=Carpal tunnel syndrome, BMI=Body mass index