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Carpal tunnel release
I am not sure where a discussion on carpal tunnel syndrome belongs so I am starting here. I was diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome in both wrists in January after thinking the numbness and tingling in my fingers was from diabetic neuropathy...not so much! I am scheduled to have carpal tunnel release surgery at Mayo in Rochester...Dr. Brian Carlson is my surgeon. He made it sound pretty routine but I am getting anxious about the surgery (scheduled for May 5). Has anyone had carpal tunnel release surgery? What was your experience like? How much pain, if any, did you experience following the surgery? How long did it take before you could drive? Before you could use the hand in everyday activities? Any and all answers are appreciated. Thanks.
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I had C.T. surgery on my left hand in April of 2023 - left with a contracture middle finger & a trigger on index
I had C.T. surgery on my right hand in October of 2023 and now have the first three fingers that are NUMB!!!!!
I could go on & on, have seen neurologists & get the same response always, it's the nerve that is damaged.
I do exercises with the squeeze balls & have had P.T., nothing helps. I have not had a good day or night since October, I drop 'stuff' etc.. I wish I could have contributed a better response. I have been reading MAYO hoping I would read something helpful to me, sorry to say, it hasn't happened. I am 89 years old and it is very difficult with my dominant right hand the way it is. My very best to you with Carpel Tunnel problems.
JUST ME!