Question 1

what is involved with a carpal tunnel release?

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Small cut: A small incision is made on the palm side of thewrist and a small knife cuts the tendon that is pressing on the nerve.  This is a quick and easy operation.

Question 2

what should i expect from carpal tunnel release?

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Relief of pain and: Numbness in the wrist and the hand.

Question 3

when is it necessary to get a carpal tunnel release done?

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Several reasons: Talk to your hand/wrist surgeon about carpal tunnel release if 1) numbness & pain impact function 2) pain can't be managed conservatively via bracing & meds 3) to prevent muscle atrophy.

Question 4

what is the definition or description of: carpal tunnel release?

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Realease: A release of the transverse carpal ligament , which is the roof of the carpal tunnel.

Question 5

carpal tunnel release, for how much time does the pain last for?

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3-5 days: Post surgical acute pain lasts 3 to 5 days. Patient can develop pillar pain at base of palm, an achy pin usually brought on by pressure to the surgical area. This can last up to 4 months. Desensitization techniques can help to settle this down sooner.

Question 6

i have had a carpal tunnel release. can you get a recurrence years later?

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Yes: See my other cts answers. The wrist is a joint and the muscles of the arm get tight with trigger point in the muscles. The pain will radiate into the hand and finger simulating the need to release the ct ligament. Travell suggest first treating the muscles and then the joint tunnel will decompress. Travell also notes that the shoulder,  neck and maybe the jaw needs treatment too. Wellness is vital.

Question 7

how effective is carpal tunnel release surgery?

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Very: But 1st make sure u have the correct diagnosis- by a neurologist.  Other non surgical tx have been exhausted and no other reversible cause like hypothyroid.

Question 8

can i weight lifting after carpal tunnel release?

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Yes: Though you should wait for physicians clearance. Daily activities may be resumed fairly quickly but heavy gripping can take months. Be sure to ask before starting your regimen.

Question 9

is pain normal after carpal tunnel release surgery?

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Yes: It is normal to have pain at the site of the incision after carpal tunnel surgery for up to two weeks. After that it should be ivestegated. If your surgeon is not interested in helping you you should seek a second opinion soon.

Question 10

can you tell me about carpal tunnel release surgery?

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Two types: Traditional open cts releae involves freeing up the median nerve by cutting the transverse carpal ligiment. The incision is in the base of the hand and takes a couple of weeks to heal. Endoscopic release gives you a smaller incision in the wrist and heals in a couplle of days. More expensive and more likely to require a second operation.

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