Our hand surgeons and orthopaedic surgeons
At Parkway East Hospital, our team of hand surgeons and bone surgeons focuses on restoring function and mobility to our patients with carpal tunnel syndrome through a range of treatment options.
Carpal tunnel release surgery cuts the carpal ligament to reduce pressure on the median nerve. The carpal ligament is one of the tissues that connect the bones in your wrist together and the nerve runs through your wrist to your hand.
Treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome usually depends on the severity of its symptoms. Your doctor may recommend carpal tunnel release surgery as a treatment option if you experience severe and persistent symptoms.
The operation is usually done through a small cut on the palm of your hand, near your wrist, or by keyhole surgery.
In a carpal tunnel release procedure, your doctor will cut through the ligament that is pressing down on the carpal tunnel. This allows more room for the median nerve and tendons to pass through the tunnel, alleviating pain and improving function.
Surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome is usually performed if you have had moderate to severe symptoms that lasted for 6 months or longer.
Carpal tunnel syndrome symptoms include:
After surgery, you should experience an immediate improvement in your symptoms. However, nerve symptoms such as numbness and tingling may take longer to recover, because the nerve needs some time to recover.
Do seek treatment early for carpal tunnel syndrome. Early diagnosis and treatment offer the best chance for effective relief without the need for surgery.
If left untreated, the condition can lead to further weakening of the muscles and eventually impair hand function. This can make it difficult for you to perform daily tasks such as fastening buttons, using chopsticks and picking up small items.
As with most surgeries, carpal tunnel release carries some risks.
Risks associated with carpal tunnel release surgery include:
Your doctor will discuss the risks of carpal tunnel release surgery with you and obtain your consent before proceeding with the procedure.
At Parkway East Hospital, your orthopaedic health is in the safe hands of our skilled surgeons, consultants and professional therapists.
Our specialist doctors apply their diagnostic and treatment expertise to deliver optimal results for our patients undergoing carpal tunnel release surgery.
Located in the eastern region of Singapore, our fully-equipped hospital provides a choice of private rooms and a committed team of nurses for a comfortable and smooth recovery.
At Parkway East Hospital, our team of hand surgeons and bone surgeons focuses on restoring function and mobility to our patients with carpal tunnel syndrome through a range of treatment options.
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