Carpal Tunnel Release
Carpal tunnel release is a surgical procedure that cuts the transverse carpal ligament to relieve pressure on the median nerve and resolve the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome.
Who Is This For?
Recommended for patients with moderate to severe carpal tunnel syndrome causing persistent numbness, tingling, weakness, or pain that has not improved with splinting, activity modification, or injections.
What to Expect
Performed under local anesthesia as an outpatient procedure, typically taking 15 to 30 minutes. An open or endoscopic technique is used to cut the ligament. Most patients go home within an hour of the procedure.
Risks to Know
Risks include incomplete release, nerve injury, scar tenderness, infection, and pillar pain. Serious complications are uncommon.
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