Question 1

what kind of pain medications are given after open carpal tunnel release surgery?

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Narcotic meds.: Narcotic medications are often helpful during the first 24-48 hours to recover from the acute pain symptoms following carpal tunnel surgery. Afterwards, over-the-counter medications like tylenol (acetaminophen) or Ibuprofen are generally acceptable and sufficient for pain relief.

Question 2

how long after having carpal tunnel release surgery will i be able to type?

Accepted Answer

A few weeks: Most of the pts I have seen, recover really fully within 2 or 3 weeks, but some may take up to 4-6 weeks if the nerve was electrically severely impaired.  Work closely with your surgeon.  Outcomes are usually fabulous.

Question 3

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 4

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.

Question 5

what is it like to have a carpal tunnel release surgery?

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Relatively simple: Most patient experience significant improvement of numbness and tingling with elimination of pain. The surgery is short and takes only a few minutes and there is little to no pain postoperatively. Down time is approximately 1 week.

Question 6

what is the new method of carpal tunnel release surgery?

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Endoscopic: While it is not new (been around for 20 years), a small incision is made and the surgery is done through a "micro" incision.

Question 7

need data on the effectiveness of carpal tunnel release surgery?

Accepted Answer

Very effective: Carpal tunnel syndrome is a very effective treatment for people with carpal tunnel syndrome (cts). Failures are usually do to incorrect diagnosis, such as cervical radiculopathy or diabetes, or incomplete surgical release of the transverse carpal ligament. When the right surgery is done for the right reason, the results are excellent.  Try the hand society web site assh.Org for more details.

Question 8

what is the success rate of having a carpal tunnel release surgery?

Accepted Answer

CTR: Depends how severe the median nerve is compressed prior to the surgery. Check that with emgncs. The more severe the cts, the more residual numbness and tingling will remain. Generally, a great procedure to lessen pain, numbness, and tingling.

Question 9

when can i take the bandages off after carpal tunnel release surgery?

Accepted Answer

About a week: I usually have the patient back in the office in 8 days to remove a soft dressing.

Question 10

what does someone typically get a second carpal tunnel release surgery?

Accepted Answer

It can come back: It is unusual but carpal tunnel syndrome can come back after surgery.

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