Carpal Tunnel Surgery
The clinics providing Carpal Tunnel Surgery are listed below. Contact them today to get a quote, make an appointment or have an online consultation.
Puerta de Hierro Medical Center is unique in Mexico. It brings together 300 of Mexico’s leading specialists, plus world-class technology to offer diagnosis, treatment, and hospitalisation services, all in one place.
- Languages: English, Spanish
- Additional Services: Local Accommodation Assistance, Translator Services
VITA was established in 1991 and was registered as the first private health institution in Sofia on April 1,1992. Since then, more than 300,000 people have obtained our elite medical assistance.
- Languages: English, Russian, Bulgarian
- Additional Services: Local Accommodation Assistance, Hotel to Clinic Transfers, Translator Services
The Orthopedics and Tramotology Department of the Memorial Hospital is at our patients’ service with its internationally renowned specialists teams.
- Testimonial: " ...the correct choice and would suggest that any persons requiring any of their available treatments should seriously consider them as an option. " Vincent D. Marshall
- Languages: English, German
- Additional Services: Airport Transfers, Local Accommodation Assistance, Translator Services
Acibadem has signed a cooperation agreement with Harvard Medical International which is a world famous institution in terms of medical education and services.
- Testimonial: " Dr. Halker is a great knee specialist! I am only in Turkey every so often, but every time I have a problem I go to Acibdem. " Jesse
- Languages: Turkish, English
- Additional Services: Assistance in hotel bookings and airport transfers.
- Language: English, German
- Additional Services: Accommodation Free airport transfer Translator
- Language: English, German, Turkish, French
- Additional Services: Airport Pick-up
- Language: Greek, English, Scandinavian, Russian, Czech
- Language: English
- Additional Services: Assistance with accommodation, Dedicated Coordinator, Rehabilitation
What is Carpal Tunnel Surgery?
Carpal tunnel surgery is a procedure for opening up the wrist and relieving the median nerve of pressure to relieve pain, weakness, and sense disturbance caused by Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
The wrist contains a sheath of connective tissue that surrounds and protects tendons and nerves, including the median nerve that runs down the length of the arm and forearm. The space between this sheath and the bones is the carpal tunnel.
When the median nerve endures excessive pressure, for example, because of fluid retention or swelling of an inflamed tendon it results in a painful condition known as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Patients with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome often complain of aches, ‘pins and needles’, burning or numbness.
A Good Candidate for Carpal Tunnel Surgery
Depending on the severity and length of symptoms, a good candidate for carpal tunnel surgery is one who has had symptoms for 10 or more months. These symptoms include, pain, numbness and tingling.
Carpal Tunnel Surgery Procedure
Corrective surgery can be performed by a neurosurgeon or hand surgeon, typically following a treatment of anti-inflammatory drugs which proved to be unsuccessful. Carpal tunnel surgery can be open hand or endoscopic, and involves relieving pressure on the median nerve by cutting the carpal ligament. Carpal tunnel is usually done with a local anesthetic.
Risks and Side Effects of Carpal Tunnel Surgery
While carpal tunnel release surgery is collective, it comes with associated risks. Some individuals who have this surgery lose strength in their wrist while others experience nerve damage or stiffness in the wrist and hand. There is also a risk of infection as a result of carpal tunnel surgery.
Recovery from of Carpal Tunnel Surgery
The surgery is an outpatient procedure so you are allowed to go home on the same day. A doctor may prescribe pain medication to alleviate the discomfort. While you are recovering from carpal tunnel surgery, you should avoid lifting anything heavy for two months after the surgery.
Results of Carpal Tunnel Surgery
Carpal tunnel surgery success rates are high, with most patients able to return to work and normal activities within 6 weeks. Grip strength is typically diminished, but will return after a few months. Your scar may feel tender for a few months but this is common.
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