Returning to work after endoscopic carpal tunnel release. gradually increase work hours over how many days?

6 weeks: It really depends on the job you are returning to. Factory jobs i will send to pt for two weeks prior to rtw. Usually they are off for 4 weeks prior to going to pt.

Job description?: The type of job is very important and recommendations will vary according to work requirements such as lifting.

It depends on job.: I tell both my endoscopic and open carpal tunnel release patients to take 2 weeks off work. People with more seditary jobs are usually ready to return to work by 2 weeks. Patients who perform heavy labor may need to be off or on light duty for 4-6 weeks.

Depends on work: It depends on the type of work. For most patients, they are able to gradually resume most normal activities around 6 weeks after surgery. Most do not require occupational therapy on the hand. However, it can be helpful if the recovery is slow.