Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a painful and debilitating hand condition that limits the ability to perform daily tasks. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) happens when the median nerve, located on the palm side of the hand, is pressed or squeezed at the wrist causing tingling and numbness. There are several reasons why CTS may occur including diabetes, pregnancy or hypothyroidism. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Surgery has been shown to provide relief from symptoms by removing pressure placed on this critical nerve.

The carpal tunnel operation involves cutting through a ligament of the wrist to relieve pain and restore sensation to fingers. There can be different methods of performing this type of surgery depending including open or Carpal Tunnel keyhole surgery. 

Carpal Tunnel Surgery recovery is determined by both the severity of the condition and the surgery method. Recovery can take up to several months, especially if the nerve had been compressed for an extended period.  However, most patients receive some immediate benefit and prevent the further deterioration of the median nerve.