It is important to diagnose and treat carpal tunnel syndrome as early as possible to prevent permanent median nerve damage, loss of hand function, and disability. Usually the diagnosis is based on symptoms and physical exam findings indicative of median nerve entrapment, but sometimes nerve testing is necessary.
1 Place the sweet potatoes on a rimmed baking sheet lined with foil. 2  Bake until tender, about 45 minutes. 3  Make a slit in the top of each sweet potato. 4  Top with 1 tablespoon of butter and season with the salt and pepper. Place the sweet potatoes on a rimmed baking sheet lined with foil. 2  Bake until tender, about 45 minutes. 3  Make a slit in the top of each sweet potato. 4  Top with 1 tablespoon of butter and season with the salt and pepper.
Key Points. 1  Bake them in the oven at 400 Â°F (204 Â°C) for 45 - 60 minutes. 2  Microwave them on HIGH, uncovered, for 8 to 10 minutes. 3  Cook them in a slow cooker on LOW for 4 to 6 hours in 1/4 to 1/2 (60 to 120 milliliters) of water.  Boil peeled and cubed sweet potatoes for 12 minutes.