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Carpal Tunnel Surgery
Carpal tunnel syndrome causes pain, numbness, and tingling in your fingers and hand, often making everyday tasks difficult. Carpal tunnel surgery is a straightforward procedure that relieves pressure on the nerve and helps restore comfort and function.
Why is carpal tunnel surgery performed?
Carpal tunnel surgery is used to treat carpal tunnel syndrome. This operation aims to relieve pressure on the median nerve to alleviate symptoms and restore hand function
Your doctor might recommend surgery if:
Other treatments (braces, corticosteroids, lifestyle changes) haven’t provided relief.
Symptoms persist or worsen after 6 months.
You experience significant difficulty with gripping, grasping, or pinching objects.
What's Involved in Carpal Tunnel Surgery?
Carpal tunnel surgery opens up the carpal tunnel at the base of the hand by dividing the transverse carpal ligament. This relieves pressure on the median nerve. Typically, this involves a short incision at the junction of your wrist and palm.
Carpal tunnel surgery is performed as a day case procedure. Your surgeon will inject local anaesthetic to numb your hand and wrist. You may be offered sedation if required, but general anaesthesia (where you are fully unconscious) is rarely required.
After the operation, you’ll have stitches in your hand and a large bandage to protect the area. You may be monitored for a short time before going home the same day.
Before & After Your Surgery
What to know before your procedure and how to support your recovery - simple steps to help you feel prepared and confident.
Your specialist will be happy to answer your questions and discuss your concerns to ensure that you understand the procedure, recovery, and what to expect.
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Dr Amanda Peacock
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon
