Poor Studies on Cause and Effect

1.  Haas, D.C., Nord, S.G., “Carpal tunnel syndrome following automobile collisons.” Arch Phys Med Rehabil, 1981; 62: 204-206.

Authors report on retrospective analysis of 7 patients treated for CTS. Time of symptoms in onset was only remotely associated with auto accidents of inconsistent nature. No tenable explanation as to the cause. No proven cause and effect.