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

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.

In hours: Many of my patients go back to typing the next day after carpal tunnel surgery and do better because they have better sensation in their fingers. No splinting is necessary and finger movement is encouraged after surgery.

3 weeks: Usually about 3 weeks after surgery.

Depends on surgery: This can depend on the surgery (an open procedure or a minimally invasive endoscopic procedure). I perform a specific type of endoscopic procedure and patients can type as early as the same day but usually wait until the next day. I have had staff start work as early as 2 days after having bilateral carpal tunnel releases. With the open procedure you may have to wait several more days / wks.