Carpal Tunnel Release What to Expect

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Orthopedic PA Lara answers the most commonly asked questions about carpal tunnel release surgery: (1) Timeline (2) Pain (3) Resuming Regular Activity (4) Return to Work.
Also, what can you do to prepare for surgery? And, what exercises will help me recover?
Includes images of the surgical site at various stages of healing and surgical dressings.

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@WinstonOBoogie007 10 ай бұрын

I’m 10 days out on the right and 24 days on the left - this video is the best by far of the many I’ve seen. Great information, thanks very much

@MartinLT74 2 ай бұрын

Hey Lara, I see you haven’t posted in a while but I wanted you to know that your videos have been super helpful. I am having bilateral endoscopic carpal tunnel surgery in a couple of weeks and have been looking for info. This video is by far the most helpful I have found. Thank you!

@grooveyard3792 Жыл бұрын

Thank You Lara for your Very Informative, Comprehensive and Reassuring presentation! It is Very Well Done! From Preparation before and What to do After! It has Eased my Anxiety about All that is involved in this Operation. I will be watching it again and again till and after my Op day.

@catrinascreationsmyblackis2200 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing. Your video addressed my concerns. ❤

@219043204 10 ай бұрын

Had right wrist and elbow done at the same time. It felt great and not as painful as expected. Back to work before 2 weeks.

@lynnmcleod7593 8 ай бұрын

Excellent presentation

@justmestephanie1269 4 ай бұрын

Excellent video Very informative

@blessing71 2 жыл бұрын

I had carpal tunnel release on my dominant hand 7 months ago. I never had any pain. It was simply awkward relying on my non-dominant hand. My normal exercise activity, prior to this was to do the following 5 days a week (25 minutes walking on treadmill, 25 minutes on the elliptical and swimming 500 meters). I was able to resume treadmill and elliptical on week 3 and swimming on week 4 (covering suture spot with a waterproof bandage), without any discomfort. Recently I had carpal tunnel release on my non-dominant hand. Again, I never had any pain and after 48 hours, found it easy to handle normal self-care functions. These were much easier, because I had full use of my dominant hand. Beginning week 2, I was able to resume treadmill and elliptical routine each day, avoiding any stress on the non-dominant hand. At end of week 2 the bandages and sutures were removed, simply covering with a fabric band-aid (except with bathing). Mobility of fingers and hand is virtually normal, as long as there's nothing stressful. I feel like I could easily resume swimming (with suture spot covered in waterproof band-aid), but will wait until week 4, at the encouragement of doctor. It is definitely easier, having carpal tunnel on a non-dominant hand.

@michaelcoady828 Жыл бұрын

Does the needle hurt

@blessing71 Жыл бұрын

@@michaelcoady828 No. You're under anesthesia.

@natalielefebvre1628 8 ай бұрын

Wow, i have an appointment for the surgery in 2 weeks in my right hands. Im kind of stress . I wonder if it is worth it . I. I'm so confused. I'm not sure what to do

@blessing71 8 ай бұрын

My right thumb had lost the sense of touch, making it hard to button things, as I could not feel the button. My surgery was painless and, after 10 days of healing, touch came back to my thumb. It was my dominant hand, so I did find it awkward depending on my left had during the 10 days of healing, before bandages was removed. That is the only challenge. Hint, Walmart sells disposable food handling gloves, 120 for under $2. They were great for covering my hand for showering, closing the glove with a rubber band. I could also use when cooking in kitchen. @@natalielefebvre1628

@JakeSpeed1000 Жыл бұрын

I was back at work the afternoon of my surgery. Piece of cake.

@FindersKeepers88 3 ай бұрын

Good, Thx

@conrad4667 Жыл бұрын

I found that a large ice bag worked best as liquid water can conform exactly to the shape of the hand and wrist and even reach two opposite sides of the hand and wrist.

@hhectorlector 10 ай бұрын

loved the video. the rest of my house I woke up with it weren't a huge fan of the music volume tho xD

@franhar8292 10 ай бұрын

How can you apply ice if you have a thick bandage after surgery?

@hughlynas6219 Жыл бұрын

Get the sound turned down - when I arrived at this site the normal sound level about doubled and blasted the room, very unpleasant.

@marclevant6639 Жыл бұрын

Is Ulner nerve decompression about the same or worse recovery?

@lynndeatherage3792 Жыл бұрын

I WAS AWAKE FOR THE SURGERY WITH LOCAL NUMBING INJECTION 💉 IN MY WRIST AND AROUND THE SITE TO MAKE IT VERY NUMBING FOR THE NEXT TWO DAYS AFTER I HAD NO PAIN IN MY HAND 🖐

@lynnettevandersandt1498 5 ай бұрын

Had both my wrists and right ankle done at same time. I had a lot of pain and was totally unable to help myself or do anything for myself for weeks. Also could not return to work as I am a nursery teacher.

@mariannesabow6356 3 сағат бұрын

I had surgery on my right hand one year ago for carpel tunnel syndrome....my fingers are still swollen. And painful....y middle finger is all butunuseab m e and numb..middle and last two fingers have developed Duphens contraction and very difficult to grasp any..I can't not make a fist or grip tightly...what we t wrong..Dr did not do any exam of cervical a😊rea or side neck or shoulder area....

@juttascheidt8998 Ай бұрын

The local Anästhesie was very painful. Is there any help to reduce, for me it was traumatíc, the Pain of the Injektion

@Abdulmateenshah610 8 ай бұрын

I had open surgery 2 weeks ago nd signs away of numbness my wrist stiffed and even burning sensation on surgey spot

@stojanchemanev4508 4 ай бұрын

Its been 2,5 months after surgery There’s been improvements but not full recovery and sometimes i still get swelling if working with hammer or similar Is this normal? Would i ever get full recovery?

@joanmartinez8215 5 ай бұрын

I'm confused. The ligament is cut? Don't we need that ligament?

@ytrewq3141 2 жыл бұрын

Is local or general anaesthetic more common? thanks flor the tips in the video

@eagleviewhd Жыл бұрын

I had a local. A couple shots into the hand and wrist.

@texasredhead73 Жыл бұрын

I couldn't figure out where that loud rock music was coming from.

@natalielefebvre1628 8 ай бұрын

Is it worth it having the surgery

@redneckgirl3326 Жыл бұрын

I wish there was a video for other types of carpal tunnel release because it is misleading for other types.

@caitlower4970 7 ай бұрын

I agree as im 4 days post-op, a splint up to my elbow for another week, my hand split wide open & unable to pull my pants up. 😅

@jimcee4822 9 ай бұрын

WILL MY STRENGTH COME BACK OR INCREASE AFTER HEALING FROM THIS CARPAL TUNNEL PROCEDURE?

@tracymeskel2839 Жыл бұрын

How long before I get my feeling back in my hand and thumb. Ever since my surgery Oct 27, 2022. It’s Dec 29th. Just wondering if I’ll will ever be able to feel my thumb again.

@davidgreely5797 Жыл бұрын

I was told it could take up to a year for the fingers to feel normal again. Different variables like how long you've had this numbness or pain, was the procedure endoscopic or traditional, and nerves heal very slowly, a millimeter a day I'm told, can play a role in how long it takes. Any procedure or surgery has always taken me up to a year to feel normal again. Keep doing your exercises and keep your doctor informed. With a little luck your nerve may heal faster...good luck!

@jul4275 Жыл бұрын

I had surgery 9 days ago and my hand is even worse . I have a Radiating zap in my thumb, my thumb was OK before the surgery. Have called my Dr and he hasn't gotten back. What advice can you give me I I'm desperate. Thank you for this video

@brandyseverin4077 Жыл бұрын

I hope you found relief for your thumb 💐

@bigbadbillyb5195 Жыл бұрын

Howd it end up? Ive heard some can take 2 years to totally heal in the worst cases.

@kiddkudos5851 Жыл бұрын

hey jul how r u doing? are you finding any relief?

@kiddkudos5851 Жыл бұрын

just got carpal tunnel release in my left hand today. im having a real hard time wiping my Butt. i dont know what to do. i just trying to be careful about it.. i know it sounds disgusting and im sorry but its the truth

@mizznurse1 11 ай бұрын

I know! I did too. I felt like a contortionist using the other hand lol 😂

@kiddkudos5851 7 ай бұрын

i just went the 2 months without wiping dude@LescoBrandon-ff4ms

@tinaterry1280 Ай бұрын

@LescoBrandon-ff4ms lol 😂

@JohnSmith-ei2pm Жыл бұрын

Good looking woman. Pleasant to listen to, and to watch. Helpful content. Bloody awful noise which may be intended to pass as music. It is offensive and unpleasant and adds nothing to what without it, would be a valuable video.