Hello @bernese53 Nice to e-meet you here. I am Scott and I, too, have been diagnosed with severe carpel tunnel syndrome in both my hands. It came from the years of repetitive lifting of my wife while I was her caregiver.

After scans and an electromyogram nerve conduction study (not my favorite test in the world), I have been told I need surgery in both hands. While I am not in a position to get to the Mayo for this surgery, I have made the decision (only my personal choice) to forgo the surgery at this time. This is for several reasons. First, I am not ready to be a 'patient' this soon after functioning as a caregiver. Second, my local surgeon admitted it is not 100% successful, especially in severe cases. Third, when I pressed him for possible outcomes (beyond 'it might not work') I was uncomfortable with the additional things that could go wrong.

This is just my opinion and just my personal decision. While I have seen some improvement in the lessening of the chronic pain in my hands by not having to do the same lifting at this time, I still have pain and sleep with splints every night.

Hoping for all the best for you!
Peace and strength,