Carpal Tunnel Surgery
Carpal tunnel surgery, otherwise known as carpal tunnel reduction and carpal tunnel repositioning surgery, is an outpatient surgery where the transaxial carpal ligament (CCL) is split apart. This procedure is generally performed on patients who have had repeated injuries to their hands due to carpal tunnel syndrome or other conditions.
This treatment procedure is very similar to that of other surgeries like surgery for fractures of the bones, hand and wrist splints, wrist braces, or in some cases, compression stockings. In the case of carpal tunnel, the doctor performs the surgery under general anesthesia.
Carpal tunnels are usually seen in the hands of people who work at their computers for extended periods of time
They are often caused by repetitive motions such as typing, using the mouse, or even using hand tools. The tissue within the tunnel becomes compacted over time. It is quite common for an individual to be affected with carpal tunnel syndrome at some point in their life.
Carpal tunnels can affect the wrist and the hand. If a person suffers from this condition and has continued use of the wrist, it may cause damage to the nerves inside the forearm, resulting in numbness and weakness in these muscles. It is important to seek medical attention immediately after any injury caused to the wrist or hand.
Carpal tunnel causes the muscle within the wrist to contract when the person is in pain. This results in the person having a pinched nerve in their wrist. This pinched nerve is then irritated and inflamed, and is what causes the symptoms associated with carpal tunnel syndrome. Once the symptoms start to appear, the person is often advised to rest the wrist for several days until the symptoms subside.
Carpal tunnels can be surgically removed using various procedures. Most carpal tunnel treatments take less than an hour in the doctor's office.
Some doctors insert a small incision into the wrist and then make a cut in the muscle to loosen the ligaments
They can then use an instrument called a microdiscectomy to remove the part of the muscle that holds up the cuff. This is known as carpal debridement. This procedure can be performed in the outpatient setting where the patient can go home the same day.
Carpal decompression also involves making a small incision in the wrist and making cuts in the muscles at the site of the carpal tunnel. When these cuts are made, the tendons that are in the area are compressed. Then an instrument called a microtome is used to reshape the tendon and reduce the compression. This is sometimes referred to as a "knuckle deburring" technique. When this occurs, the person will return to work soon after the surgery is done.
Carpal tunnel surgery is also recommended for people who have had a wrist fracture. If this fracture was severe, it may require surgery to fix the problem. Because this kind of surgery involves closing the carpal tunnel and creating a temporary relief, many people who have suffered serious carpal tunnel fractures want to get the procedure done as soon as possible.
There are different options for patients who want to have carpal tunnel surgery. The first option is to open up the wound and make a small incision in the wrist. This is often done through the use of a tiny knife or the insertion of a laser beam into the tissue.
In this case, the patient will have local anesthesia to numb the wrist and hands. Local anesthesia is much easier than general anesthesia. The second option is to use local anesthesia, which requires an IV to give the patient a mild sedation and a drip for a couple of days. A splint is then put on the wrist to protect it while the doctor works.
Surgery is another option for those who are interested in carpal tunnel surgery. This option involves making smaller incisions in the wrist and making smaller cuts in the muscles in the wrist. An instrument known as a brachioplasty is used to open up the wound and create a more stable surface for the surgeon to work on.