Pulsed electromagnetic fields (PEMF) have been approved by FDA and are utilized currently in treating non-union fractures, neurogenic bladder and musculoskeletal pains. Based on 2 prior pilot studies (open label) demonstrating reduction in neuropathic pain from carpal tunnel syndrome we decided to perform a placebo-controlled trial, randomized for 2 months utilizing a wrist PEMF device attached by Velcro for 4 hours/day.