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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Minimally Invasive Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release

Edited By: Thomas Trumble, M.D.
Last updated Wednesday, October 11, 2006

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Rehabilitation

What types of physical therapy do patients require after endoscopic carpal tunnel syndrome for carpal tunnel syndrome?

What options exist for rehabilitation after endoscopic carpal tunnel syndrome for carpal tunnel syndrome?

Can this rehabilitation after endoscopic carpal tunnel syndrome for carpal tunnel syndrome be done at home?

What is the usual response to rehabilitation after endoscopic carpal tunnel syndrome for carpal tunnel syndrome?

Are there risks to rehabilitation after endoscopic carpal tunnel syndrome for carpal tunnel syndrome?

This is a safe rehabilitation program with little risk.

How long will rehabilitation after endoscopic carpal tunnel syndrome for carpal tunnel syndrome need to be continued?

The patients should follow their instructions for stretching, strengthening and scar massage for about two weeks.

How long after endoscopic carpal tunnel syndrome for carpal tunnel syndrome will patients be able to return to ordinary daily activities?

The patients can drive within a day or two after surgery. The can cover the bandage with plastic bag to shower for the first two days and then change the bandage and use a small Band-Aid. They can do limited typing and writing within a week after surgery and advance as dictated by their symptoms. Within a month after surgery, most patients have returned to all activities. Some patients notice that there strength and sensation improves for three months for certain activities such as opening tight jars or bottles.

After full recovery and rehabilitation from endoscopic carpal tunnel syndrome for carpal tunnel syndrome, what are the limitations on the patient?

There no long term limitations after endoscopic carpal tunnel surgery.

How can the costs of rehabilitation after endoscopic carpal tunnel syndrome for carpal tunnel syndrome be anticipated?

Surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome at the University of Washington

If you are interested in making an appointment to discuss this procedure, you can request an appointment using our online referrals website. To request a referral online, please click here. You can also call 206-598-BONE (2663) to make an appointment.

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