Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery - An Overview

Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release is a surgical technique that utilizes thin and specialized equipment with an attached camera which is guided via a minor incision in the wrist. It assists the doctor to view the entire wrist structure without clearing the whole area or large incision. The endoscopic surgery utilizes tiny cutting tools which are injected through the minor incision in the writ or through the wrist & palm. In this process, the transverse carpal tunnel is trimmed to form more space for the median nerve. It passes via a tunnel which improves the function and reduces the pain.  

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: 

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a condition that induces tingling, numbness, or deficiency in the hands. It is also known as median nerve compression. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome occurs when the median nerve is pressurized, which drives the arm's length, runs through the path in the wrist, and ends in the hand, known as the carpal tunnel. The median is responsible for controlling the feeling & movement of the thumb and fingers except for the pinky finger. 

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment:  

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome can lessen the smooth functioning of your wrist and hands. It can turn worse if not treated timely.  In such conditions, endoscopic carpal tunnel release surgery brings relief with added advantages. 

• It relieves tingling sensation, numbness, and nerve pain. It also restores the strength of muscles. 

• The pain will be less to a greater extent after surgery in comparison to open surgery. 

• The small incision will make the recovery fast.  

• It is suitable and comfortable for one who relies on a wheelchair, walker or has undergone surgeries for both wrists. 

The Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment will take the numbness and pain of hands away right after treatment or it may also take several months. So accordingly, one needs to avoid doing such hard tasks. Previously the surgery, you will be diagnosed for examining the condition. You will have to stop any food consumption for at least 6-12 hours before the surgery. A tiny camera device will be used to reveal the structure of your wrist through the monitor. Next, the transverse carpal tunnel will be trimmed from the underside and the skin will be closed with staples. Finally, your wrist will be bandaged after surgery for around 2 weeks. You will be trained for moving fingers. Physical therapy will be planned for better recovery and comfort.

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