Carpal Tunnel

I may have to get surgery for my carpal tunnel. It’s so bad that my ulnar nerve is being affected. My dad had the same surgery when I was younger but went back to work the next day. Has anyone had any bad experiences/ good experiences?? I’m scared. It’s the hand I write with and it’s an urgent matter.

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Answer #1

I had surgery done on both hands about 10 years ago. They first did one, then several weeks later the other. I was released to go back to work the day after surgery - light duty. (If you have a job that is very dirty or very stressful on the area operated on, a weeks recovery might be needed. Talk to your doctor about any concerns.) The pain and numbness I had before the surgery is now gone. All functions remain the same. (Incidentally, the doctor making the original determination said that I was within a month or two of getting muscle death to both of my thumbs!!) So don’t put it off too long.

The operation was done under a local, and didn’t take long, and was painless. You can use (in my case) the hand very quickly, although it took about two weeks for full recovery.

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Take care and Good Luck!!

Answer #2

Hope this helps - Home treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome and information which can ease pain and prevent further or permanent damage to your median nerve. http://www.webmd.com/pain-management/carpal-tunnel/carpal-tunnel-syndrome-home-treatment

I wish you the best !!