What is a Carpal Tunnel Release?
A carpal tunnel release is performed when nonsurgical treatment options do not relieve symptoms. Local anesthesia and a mild sedative are used to make the patient as relaxed and comfortable as possible during the 30-45 minute procedure. Procedure steps include the following:
A tiny wrist incision is made
Muscles and tendons are carefully moved to view the transverse carpal ligament
A tiny blade is used to cut the ligament and decompress the nerve
Dr Abdul D Khan
MBBS(AMC, Vizag) MRCS(Edin, UK) MRCS(Glasg, UK) FRCS(Tr & Orth, UK) CCT(Tr & Orth, UK)